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Patented Unpowered Wireless Signal Booster for Sale
Launch Your Own J-Dogs + Otto's Pizza Stix Business in 2026!
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Orange County, CA
Big Lot
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Project Management & Construction Field App For Sale!
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Los Angeles, CA
+/- 83 Unit Development Opportunity w/ Current Income
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San Diego, CA
Food Truck Vendor Opportunity in Prime Pacific Beach Location
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San Diego, CA
Childcare
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Tujunga, CA
Auto Mechanic Shop Real Estate For Sale
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Richmond, CA
Rare Restaurant & Real Estate Opportunity in San Leandro
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San Leandro, CA
Former 36-bed Detox Facility for Lease and Assets for Sale
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Granada Hills, CA
Gas station
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Ventura County, CA
Feed Barn Commercial Property – Real Estate Only | Jackson, CA
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Jackson, CA
Auto Body, Mechanic Shop, and Shop Equipment For Sale
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Richmond, CA
Turn key salon, lease take over
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Mission Viejo, CA
Restaurant Space with FF&E Available
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Studio City, CA
Good Investment opportunity for Business Downtown in L.A.
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Los Angeles, CA
Kurt Okraski
M&A Business Advisors
Serving El Dorado County, CA
M&A Business Advisors is a full-service Business Brokerage and M&A Advisory Firm and the Leader in Business Sales & Acquisitions. M&A Business Advisors specializes in the CONFIDENTIAL sale of privately owned businesses in a wide range of industries including Manufacturing, Wholesale Distribution, Service, Retail, Health Care, E-Commerce, Software, Construction, Food & Beverage and more. We use proprietary methods and advanced technology to better serve our clients and accomplish their objectives. M&A Business Advisors are highly respected, experienced Advisors who are recognized as some of the top deal makers in the industry. Our Advisors have extensive backgrounds as well as years of experience and knowledge in a wide range of industries. We work as a “Team” to collaborate and share our knowledge and expertise to best represent our clients. Our Advisors hold some of the top designations in the industry including the Certified Business Intermediaries (CBI) designation issued by the International Business Broker Association (IBBA), the Lifetime Certified Business Intermediaries (L-CBI) designation issued by the International Business Broker Association (IBBA), the Merger and Acquisition Master Intermediary (M&AMI) designation issued by M&A Source, the Certified Business Brokers (CBB) designation issued by the California Association of Business Brokers and the BBP – Industry Expert designation. Our Advisors are considered “Influencers” and have been instrumental in improving the standards and ethics within the industry. Our Advisors are actively involved as industry association Presidents, industry association Board Members, industry association Committee Chairs, industry association Instructors as well as contributors to industry publications. Selling or purchasing a business can be a complex, time consuming process. The process involves 100% commitment and a “hands on” approach by the Advisor along with expertise in a wide range of fields such as finance, accounting, commercial leases, understanding contracts and industry dynamics, managing due diligence, negotiations, preparing contracts and more. Our years of experience along with our proprietary process and ability to work as a team to solve complex issues that arise in transactions is what separates us from the competition. Rest assured that when you are working with a M&A Business Advisor, you are working with the Leader in Business Sales & Acquisitions. Please refer to our website and contact one of our Advisors near you for a complimentary consultation.
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Seoul Street Anaheim’s Premier K-Culture Food Hall
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Anaheim, CA
Freestanding 3,400 SF Retail Property with Development Potential
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Alameda County, CA
Shopping Center South Orange County Built 1979
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Huntington Beach, CA
Privada Vista Del Rey - 50 Lots for Sale - Land Only, No Construction
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San Diego, CA
1600 SQ Ft Great Neighborhood
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Laguna Hills, CA
Business for sale lease up for assumption
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Kerman, CA
Established Coin Laundromat with Real Estate – Valley area
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Winnetka, CA
Established Coin Laundromat with Real Estate – Los Angeles County, CA
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Los Angeles, CA
A Rare Turn-Key Brewery, Restaurant & Beverage Manufacturing Company
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Santa Barbara County, CA
Medical Office/oriental Acupuncture Therapy
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Harbor City, CA
Turnkey, Full Kitchen & Ffe - Zero Key Money
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Los Angeles, CA
Office Building for Lease
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Fresno, CA
Opportunity Knocks: ±8,019 SF Restaurant | Embassy Suites Palm Desert
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Palm Desert, CA
RCFE Licensed 6-Bed Care Facility | Turn-Key Lease Opportunity
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Winchester, CA
Preschool Property for Sale Prime Central Fremont Location
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Fremont, CA
Prime Medical Office Building – Silicon Valley Near Santana Row $899K
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San Jose, CA
Preschool Property For Lease Burlingame ,CA
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Burlingame, CA
Rare 134-Child Licensed Campus | Real Estate Opportunity..
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Santa Rosa, CA
Shell Space with Type 2 Hood In Place | Bakery or Pizza Build-Out Opp
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Redding, CA
Former Chevys Site | 6,800 SF High-Volume Mexican Restaurant Building
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Redding, CA
Commissary - Commercial Kitchen Property with Large Secure Parking
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Sacramento County, CA
Beloved Riverfront Restaurant & Bar with Amazing Views & Docks
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Fairfield, CA
Restaurant for lease in Pasadena
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Pasadena, CA
Licensed Residential Alcohol & Drug Rehabilitation Cntr W Real Estate
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Newcastle, CA
High-Yield RCFE - ALF Opportunity!
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Sacramento, CA
Exceptional Investment Opportunity: New Construction Senior Living
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Yucaipa, CA
Truck Stop Commercial Land For Sale off HWY 10 in Cabazon, CA
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Cabazon, CA
Quiznos Subs
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Fresno County, CA
Eon Lew
District Realty Group
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
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Two Restaurant Suites Available | ±5,000 SF Each
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Palm Springs, CA
Exceptional Palm Springs Restaurant Opportunity
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Palm Springs, CA
Iconic 92-Room Boutique Resort | Value-Add Investment Opportunity
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Palm Springs, CA
92127 (4S Ranch) Sublease - Ideal for Pediatric Dental, Ortho, Med Spa
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San Diego, CA
Rare Opportunity - Palm Springs, CA Boutique Hospitality Portfolio!
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Palm Springs, CA
Turnkey Second Gen. Restaurant space with Property (Fremont)
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Fremont, CA
Buy or Sell a Business in California
California is a huge state with a lot of money, so it's naturally a popular destination for businesses. The major industries in California include technology, agriculture, and entertainment, but the private business for sale market spans the gamut of sectors.
If you're looking to buy (or sell) a business in California, it helps to have some context on the market. We have aggregated and summarized the most current listings data to provide a basic overview of the business for sale market in California.
Market Overview
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Number of Businesses for Sale |
~5,500 |
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Median Asking Price |
$360,000 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$630,000 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$150,000 |
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Profit Margin |
23% |
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Earnings Multiple |
2.5 |
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Revenue Multiple |
0.6 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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Major Metro Areas
More than 80% of all businesses for sale in the state are in the following six metro areas:
- Fresno Metro Area
- Greater Los Angeles Area
- Modesto-Merced Area
- Sacramento Area
- San Francisco Bay Area
- Visalia-Hanford Area
How many businesses are listed for sale in California?
There are around 5,400 businesses for sale in California, with listings across various metro areas and statewide.
What types of businesses are for sale?
The marketplace in California is diverse, with all types of businesses in play.
- Food and Restaurants (approx. 1740)
- Retail (approx. 730)
- Service Businesses (approx. 570)
- Health Care and Fitness (approx. 440)
- Automotive and Boat (approx. 350)
- Manufacturing to Beauty and Personal Care, among others.
What is the average asking price for these businesses?
The median asking price for businesses listed for sale in California is $360,000.
What is the average revenue of these businesses?
The median reported revenue for these businesses is $630,000.
What is the average seller discretionary earnings?
The median reported earnings, often referred to as Seller Discretionary Earnings (SDE), is $150,000.
What are the average valuation multiples?
Typically, businesses are being listed with an earnings multiple of 2.5 and a revenue multiple of 0.6 when referring to the asking price.
Which cities in California have the most businesses listed for sale?
The cities with the highest number of listings are Los Angeles (approx. 480), San Diego (approx. 250), San Francisco (approx. 220), Sacramento (approx. 140), San Jose (approx. 120), Oakland (approx. 80), Long Beach (approx. 80), Anaheim (approx. 60), and Riverside (approx. 60).
How can California business owners sell their own businesses?
Most business owners will retain an experienced business broker, who will typically charge a 10-15% success fee. Some business owners choose to list their business for sale directly and take on the entire process on their own. This can be a complex and challenging task, requiring an understanding of the market, great marketing skills, and even better negotiating skills.
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