REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Lassen County, CA
$1,300,000
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
Lassen County, CA
$1,300,000
Sacramento County, CA
$97,200
San Diego, CA
$150,000
Newark, CA
$190,000
Anaheim, CA
$799,000
Livermore, CA
$274,999
North Hollywood, CA
$795,000
San Jose, CA
$249,000
Sherman Oaks, CA
$250,000
California
$599,000
Alameda, CA
$249,999
California
$599,000
Alameda, CA
$75,000
$15,000,000
Long Beach, CA
San Diego County, CA
$189,000
Los Angeles, CA
$600,000
Zaihua (Daniel) Hu, MBA, CABB, IBBA
CURB
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Daniel Hu is a Los Angeles-based Business Broker and Capital Strategy Advisor with 20+ years of leadership in corporate investment, M&A, and cross-border business development. He partners with small to mid-sized business owners, entrepreneurs, and investors to facilitate strategic acquisitions, exit planning, and capital access. With a USC MBA and an early background in industrial automation, Daniel has led high-performing teams at a $300M publicly traded e-commerce company, launched consumer brands, and structured exclusive distribution deals. Today, his work focuses on helping clients grow or exit through tailored business sales, financing solutions, and IPO readiness. Licensed in both real estate and mortgage (DRE #02254646 | NMLS #2695914), Daniel provides integrated services covering business transfer, commercial property, and funding. His strong ties in both U.S. and Chinese markets make him an ideal partner for clients seeking local execution with global insight. * IPO Incubation & Capital Market Acceleration Elevate your business with our comprehensive IPO Incubation Program, designed to streamline your journey to the public markets. Key Features: -Expert Guidance: Led by seasoned Wall Street professionals and alumni from top institutions. -End-to-End Support: From pre-IPO planning to post-listing strategies, including financial structuring, legal compliance, and investor relations. -Strategic Partnerships: Access to top-tier investors and funds. -Innovative Solutions: Leverage our AI-driven IPO solutions to enhance success rates and optimize capital strategies. -Performance-Based Model: Our "success-first" approach aligns with your goals, reducing upfront financial pressures. -Embark on your IPO journey with confidence, backed by a team committed to maximizing your enterprise's value and market presence.
REAL ESTATE INCLUDED
California
$1,995,000
Rocklin, CA
$200,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$150,000
Santa Clara County, CA
$296,000
Los Alamitos, CA
$200,000
Murrieta, CA
$300,000
Milpitas, CA
$288,000
Redwood City, CA
$228,000
$225,000
Brentwood, CA
Anaheim, CA
$98,000
Oceanside, CA
$900,000
Windsor, CA
$550,000
Orange County, CA
$69,500
San Francisco County, CA
$429,000
Pasadena, CA
$50,000
Los Angeles, CA
$660,000
La Habra, CA
$50,000
West Hollywood, CA
$500,000
North Hills, CA
$950,000
$3,200,000
Moorpark, CA
California
$475,000
Fremont, CA
$200,000
Bakersfield, CA
$180,000
Bakersfield, CA
$525,000
San Bruno, CA
$179,000
Orange County, CA
$99,000
Norco, CA
$55,000
Orange County, CA
$435,000
Scott Beaton
SellingRestaurants
Serving Placer County, CA
Your Source for acquiring and selling Restaurants, Bars, Commercial leasing and Real Estate sales.
Orange County, CA
$150,000
Fresno, CA
$950,000
$845,000
Ventura County, CA
Los Angeles County, CA
Not Disclosed
EBITDA: $3,072,251
Los Angeles County, CA
$2,000,000
El Segundo, CA
$159,000
San Mateo County, CA
$550,000
Ventura County, CA
$120,000
Folsom, CA
$1,900,000
Long Beach, CA
$490,000
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
Number of Businesses for Sale |
~5,500 |
Median Asking Price |
$360,000 |
Median Reported Revenue |
$630,000 |
Median Reported Earnings |
$150,000 |
Profit Margin |
23% |
Earnings Multiple |
2.5 |
Revenue Multiple |
0.6 |
Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
Major Metro Areas
More than 80% of all businesses for sale in the state are in the following six metro areas:
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.
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.