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Start-upJudgment Buisness

Why own a Judgment Investigation Business? -Recession Proof Business Model -High Profit Margins & Unlimited Income Potential -Huge Market Size with Little Competition -Work-From-Home Operation -100%...

$200,000

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$200,000

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Start-upOpportunity to Start Your Own Vending Machine Business!

I hope this email finds you well. For the past four years, I have been deeply involved in mentoring individuals who are looking to embark on their journey in the Vending Machine business. I have...

$7,500

$7,500

Start-up
Start-upAbsentee Model Mobile Bespoke Suit Franchise w/ BIG Profit Margins!

Absentee & Mobile Bespoke Clothing Franchise! No Inventory & Massive Profit Marg This High End 100% Be Spoke Mens and Women’s Suit and Blazer franchise is a perfect addition to anyone looking to add...

$75,000

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$75,000

Start-up
Start-upLegal Collections

Learn every single legal collection technique! You will learn how to garnish wages, freeze bank accounts, repossess cars, place liens on real estate, seize safety deposit boxes, and more! We provide...

$250,000

$250,000

Start-up
Start-upTurn Key Packing & Shipping Stores, available starting at $75,000

Qwik Pack and Ship presents a proven business opportunity in the essential shipping and logistics services sector. Established in 1991, this turn-key operation offers entrepreneurs the chance to own a...

$37,500

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$37,500

Start-up
Start-upProperty Management Business Opportunity

Own Your Own Property Management Business Property management is a service business. Experience incredible growth and thrive in a fragmented industry and bring it all together. Residential,...

$59,900

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$59,900

Start-up
Start-upRest Recovery Wellness (Ice Bath / Cold Plunge and Sauna Company)

Pioneering Health and Wellness License Opportunity We are the true one stop shop for wellness. We offer more tools and modalities then anyone in or around the market - COMPRESSION - PEMF - INFRARED...

$35,000

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$35,000

Start-up
Start-upAverage location $2.2MM w/$422k Return. Cabinet & Countertop Business.

We do the cold calling for you. We generate leads using our well trained call center. As soon as someone gets a building permit approve, we call to congratulate them and set an appointment. We run a...

$59,500

$59,500

Start-up
Start-upLaundromat. Passive Income - Arcade, Vending & Laundry Revenue.

First Affiliate-Owned Unit - 2023 total revenue was $868,659 with $235,276 EBITDA (27%). Our laundromat business model will disrupt the growing but archaic laundromat industry by providing customers...

$575,000

$575,000

Start-up
Start-upProfitable Cabinet Dealership – $250k+ Potential, No Royalties

Are you a successful sales leader, corporate professional, or veteran who has hit an income ceiling? Are you tired of building someone else's dream and ready to invest in a real, tangible asset for...

$250,000

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$250,000

Start-up
Start-upRoof Rejuvenation Biz for sale: Low Cost, High Returns, Big Demand!

Own a Piece of the Future of Roofing – High-Margin, Low-Overhead Dealership Opportunity Looking for a proven, in-demand business with serious growth potential? Roof Rejuvenate USA is one of the...

$30,000

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$30,000

Start-up
Start-upTruck Driving School - Driving Academy - $500K in Sales Guaranteed

Call for details Welcome to our Truck Driving School franchise, called Driving Academy a profitable and growing market that offers a unique opportunity for entrepreneurs to tap into a high-demand...

$50,000

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$50,000

Start-up

Precision Bushing & Tooling Manufacturer with Real Estate

$860,000 - Los Angeles County, CA

$860,000

Los Angeles County, CA

Edward Fixen

BusinessQuest Brokers, Inc.

Start-up$1 for a Fully Automated Real Estate Investing Business!!

Are you looking for passive income? Would you like to invest in a hands-off opportunity FOR JUST $1 UPFRONT, where an experienced company handles everything from A to Z, and you simply receive 70% of...

$1

$1

Start-up
Pizza Franchise with Beer & Wine - 100% Employee Run - Irvine Area

Orange County, CA

Pizza Franchise with Beer & Wine(ABC-Type 41) license, attractive, 100% absentee operated, upscale and desirably located in Irvine area of Orange County, California. Please note, that this attractive...

$375,000

$375,000

Cash Flow: $196,397

Matt Coletta, LCBB, LCBI, M&AMI

M&A Business Advisors

Serving Los Angeles County, CA

M&A Business Advisors is a full-service Business Brokerage and Lower Middle Market M&A Advisory Firm and the Leader in Business Sales & Acquisitions with multiple offices throughout California, Nevada and Texas. M&A Business Advisors specializes in the CONFIDENTIAL sale of privately owned businesses and related real estate in a wide range of industries including Manufacturing, Wholesale Distribution, Service, Health Care, Medical Practices, E-Commerce, Software, Construction, Food & Beverage and more. 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 designation issued by the International Business Broker Association, the M&A Master Intermediary designation issued by M&A Source, and the Certified Business Brokers designation issued by the California Association of Business Brokers. Our Advisors are considered “Influencers” and have been instrumental in improving the standards and ethics within the industry. 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 and expertise in various fields including exit planning, analyzing financial statements, valuation, managing due diligence, negotiations, financing, sale or lease of real estate 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.

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Profitable Plumbing Company w/ 6 Trucks & Team – San Diego County

Vista, CA

This company is a well-established and growing residential and commercial plumbing service company serving all of San Diego County. Since opening in 2022, the business has built a strong reputation...

$435,000

$435,000

Cash Flow: $140,000

Established Auto Body Shop with Strong Income

Los Angeles, CA

ESTABLISHED AUTO BODY SHOP WITH STRONG INCOME This profitable auto body shop represents a rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational business in the heart of Sylmar, CA. Established in 2018, the...

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$290,000

$290,000

Cash Flow: $265,000

Prime Downtown Encinitas Location

Encinitas, CA

An exceptional opportunity to acquire a profitable café business in the heart of Encinitas, just steps from Coast Highway 101 and three blocks from world-famous Swami’s Beach. Highlights: Location:...

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$125,000

$125,000

EBITDA: $36,000

Bar & Restaurant with Type 47 License – Excellent Lease Terms

San Pablo, CA

MS Real Estate, Inc. offers this bar and restaurant opportunity in a high-traffic area surrounded by residential and commercial buildings, providing strong local visibility and excellent potential for...

$195,000

$195,000

Los Angeles County Orangetheory Studio- South Bay Area

Los Angeles County, CA

Orangetheory Fitness is continuing our unprecedented growth, bringing our science-backed workout to more and more communities throughout the US and around the world. We were recently ranked #1:Best...

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$350,000

$350,000

Cash Flow: $150,000

High-Volume Baja Fresh with Baja Fresh 2.0 Upgrade

Los Angeles County, CA

Exceptional Baja Fresh opportunity in a prime, walkable neighborhood with strong local demand. This location generated $1.31M in annual sales, well above the system average, of $911k reflecting its...

$500,000

$500,000

Cash Flow: $199,720

Stone Distribution - Quartzite, Granite, Marble and Tile Distribution

Los Angeles County, CA

Stone and Tile Distribution Company – Los Angeles County This well-established stone and tile distribution company has proudly served the Los Angeles County area for over 30 years. Operating out of a...

$4,900,000

$4,900,000

Cash Flow: $760,000

Authentic Sichuan-Style Hotpot Restaurant for Sale – Rowland Heights

$228,000 - Rowland Heights, CA

$228,000

Rowland Heights, CA

Lara Liu

CBD Investment Inc

Profitable Subway Sandwich Shop – $123K Cash Flow & Highway Location

Fairfield, CA

Rare opportunity to own a nationally recognized sandwich franchise with strong cash flow and unbeatable highway visibility. This location consistently generates solid profits, making it an attractive...

$299,000

$299,000

Cash Flow: $132,335

Profitable Car Rental Business – Serving Uber & Lyft Drivers – $615K R

Santa Monica, CA

This established rideshare car rental business provides vehicles to Uber and Lyft drivers on a short-term, flexible basis. With 130 vehicles in the fleet and 80 fully in operation today, the company...

$1,500,000

$1,500,000

Cash Flow: $111,000

Established Promotional Product Advertising Company

Contra Costa County, CA

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a profitable, turnkey promotional product advertising company with a strong reputation and repeat client base. The business specializes in helping companies...

$1,000,000

$1,000,000

Cash Flow: $194,159

Profitable Mediterranean Restaurant – Falafel Fusion – Turnkey

Rancho Cordova, CA

Turnkey Mediterranean Restaurant – Falafel Fusion – High-Traffic Rancho Cordova Location Falafel Fusion is a well-established, fully equipped Mediterranean quick-service restaurant located in a busy...

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$175,000

$175,000

Highly Profitable Indoor Plastering Biz – 40+ Years Reputation

Monterey County, CA

An established name in the construction industry, this plastering company is now available for purchase. With over four decades of proven operations, this business represents a rare opportunity to...

$1,350,000

$1,350,000

Cash Flow: $173,215

Tacos

Buena Park, CA

Easy to manage, 100% Help Run, No Experience needed, Consistent sales for the last 2 years and now, call Broker Stan 714 269 2149 for more info...

$465,000

$465,000

Cash Flow: $120,000

Profitable Franchise: Batteries, Lighting, Repairs & Key Fobs

Los Angeles County, CA

This established franchise offers a unique blend of essential retail and commercial wholesale services from a prime Southern California location. The business serves both walk-in customers and a...

$701,000

$701,000

Cash Flow: $246,428

VF Sales & Imports (Food Distribution)

Palm Desert, CA

VF Sales & Imports is a well-established family-owned wholesale food distributor based in the greater Coachella Valley, specializing in providing high-quality fresh cut meats, including pork, chicken,...

$695,000

$695,000

Cash Flow: $172,742

Pharmacy with compounding for sale

Nipomo, CA

Neighborhood pharmacy with great compounding program covering a variety of different products and covering a large area with very limited competition well known in central coast. Huge potential for...

$595,000

$595,000

General Dental Practice for Sale - Central Valley, CA

$457,808 - Kings County, CA

$457,808

Kings County, CA

Women's Designer Boutique l 20+ Years in Business

Newport Beach, CA

This is an opportunity to take over a successful Women’s Boutique in the iconic city of Newport Beach, California. They have been in business for 20+ years. The owner had created an upscale, elegant...

$550,000

$550,000

Cash Flow: $240,000

Italian Restaurant

Palm Springs, CA

For sale in the greater Palm Springs area is an excellent Italian restaurant that boasts a classic Italian menu filled with delicious flavors and wonderful pizzas. This well-established eatery...

$925,000

$925,000

Cash Flow: $127,846

Mailbox Rental, Mail Center, Retail For sale

Laguna Niguel, CA

For Sale: OC Mail Store – Turnkey Shipping & Business Service Center in Laguna Niguel, CA Please DO NOT Call the STORE< we have employees that work there, Privacy reasons > Business Overview: OC Mail...

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$150,000

$150,000

Cash Flow: $120,000

Pizza Franchise-Well Priced for a Quick Sale! Only 49k down!

Stockton, CA

Seller Financing with only 49k down! This is a well established Papa Murphy's franchise for sale. $503,972.92 in gross sales for 2024!! It is located in Stockton, Ca. Pizza Restaurant is located on a...

$98,000

$98,000

Turn key restaurant for sale

Sacramento, CA

Exciting Opportunity to Own a Cajunfood Business ------------------------------------------------ Are you looking for a unique opportunity to own a well-established Cajun seafood business or create...

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$190,000

$190,000

Tony's Men's Clothing

Palm Desert, CA

Located in Palm Desert on fashionable El Paseo surrounded by resorts and country clubs. Tony’s carries only the finest Italian apparel made out of the finest fabrics designed for the Elite Country...

$49,000

$49,000

Tony's Barbecue & Bibingkinitan Restaurant

Anaheim, CA

Great opportunity to own a Barbecue Restaurant at a great location in Anaheim, CA (Harbor Blvd and 91 Freeway). *** with its most recent and Current Surge in Sales and Social Media Following. This...

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$225,000

$225,000

REBECCA CHATHAM

RLC Business Brokers

Serving Orange County, CA

RLC Business Brokers is a boutique M&A firm based in Orange County, CA, focused on the sale of small and lower middle market businesses across a range of industries. We specialize in helping service-based and cash-flowing main street businesses prepare for and successfully navigate the sale process. Founder Rebecca Chatham has personally built and sold multiple companies, including a document shredding business, a commercial cleaning operation, and a landscape construction company. Prior to launching RLC, she held a management role with Allstate Insurance, where she supported independent agency owners in buying, selling, merging, and financing their businesses. With firsthand experience on both sides of the table, she brings a uniquely empathetic, strategic, and results-driven approach to each transaction. At RLC, we believe that even small businesses deserve expert representation. We offer a modern, transparent brokerage experience built on trust, hustle, and clear communication. We understand that many owners don’t have perfect books and we specialize in uncovering and presenting the real value behind years of hard work. We take on a limited number of listings to give each one the attention it deserves. Whether you're looking to retire, relocate, or explore your business’s worth for the first time, RLC is your trusted partner in building a clear, profitable exit strategy.

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Americas Cookie Store (Mrs. Fields Cookies)

Bakersfield, CA

Celebrated by multiple generations, Mrs. Fields® today enjoys the highest aided brand awareness in the industry and maintains a strong market presence. Products are sold via MrsFields.com, gifting...

$60,000

$60,000

Cash Flow: $45,000

High-Volume Grocery Supermarket for Sale with Liquor Licence

Santa Clara County, CA

Exceptional high-volume organic grocery supermarket strategically positioned in Santa Clara County's tech hub, serving affluent neighborhoods and world-leading companies. This full-service 28,000 sq...

$6,500,000

$6,500,000

Cash Flow: $4,600,000

e-commerce bus for sale Truck modifications - Lift kit, Wheel spacers

$239,000 - Azusa, CA

$239,000

Azusa, CA

Healthier4UVending Business/Route

Vista, CA

**Profitable Healthy Vending Business – Cashflow from Day One!** An outstanding opportunity to enter the booming healthy vending industry with an established and scalable business. This route includes...

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$119,950

$119,950

Cash Flow: $60,000

Branded Gas Station + High Volume C-Store + Net Profit $39,000 @ month

San Diego, CA

High Volume C-Store + Net Profit $39,000 @ month Excellent Net Profit..Business Only+ Branded Gas Station with High Vol C-Store Price Dropped...Price Dropped....by $300,000. High Volume C-Store, Good...

$2,200,000

$2,200,000

EBITDA: $450,000

B2B Signs, Graphics, and Large Format Print Franchise – Bay Area, CA

Napa County, CA

This is a fantastic opportunity to buy a very solid performing large format signs and graphics print shop in the greater Bay Area – southern Napa County of California! This franchise location has been...

$825,000

$825,000

Cash Flow: $250,000

San Francisco Bay Area Home Health Agency

California

Established Bay Area home health platform with dual Medicare certifications serving seven counties. Joint Commission accredited with 4-5 star ratings. $7.6M revenue, $1.2M recast SDE (16% margin)....

Not Disclosed

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $1,215,525

$3.4M EBITDA, $10.2M REV | High Profit Demolition & Grading Contractor

Los Angeles, CA

Highly Profitable! Demolition, Grading, and Remediation Company SIGN THE NDA BY COPYING & PASTING THE LINK BELOW:...

Not Disclosed

Not Disclosed

Cash Flow: $3,400,000

Popular Rolled Ice Cream Business For Sale-Fully Equipped

Anaheim, CA

ESTABLISHED ROLLED ICE CREAM SHOP - PRIME LITTLE ARABIA LOCATION This thriving rolled ice cream business offers a unique, interactive dessert experience in one of Anaheim's most vibrant neighborhoods....

$200,000

$200,000

Reps

Mountain Center, CA

For Sale in Beautiful Mountain Center, CA: Reps Training Center, a code-operated private gym designed for personalized use and appointment-based training sessions. This exclusive facility offers a...

$189,000

$189,000

Cash Flow: $75,000

Unique PreSchool with Real Estate, SBA Qualified

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Alameda County, CA

This preschool is located in a unique growing community in San Francisco bay area, offering a comprehensive range of education including preschool education, after-school and summer camp programs....

$3,900,000

$3,900,000

Cash Flow: $306,892

REAL ESTATE INCLUDED

Profitable Technology Retail/Repair and Services Business

Santa Clara County, CA

Transworld Business Advisors of Fremont DRE# 02194963 presents: An established and profitable computer repair and IT services business is now available for acquisition. Perfectly situated at the...

$425,000

$425,000

Cash Flow: $204,718

The Sunflower Bakery, Cafe & Catering

Idyllwild, CA

The Sunflower Bakery Cafe & Catering is for sale this beloved establishment in the picturesque town of Idyllwild, California. With over two decades of experience, this charming cafe has become a local...

$225,000

$225,000

Cash Flow: $125,167

My Little Flower Shop

Palm Springs, CA

"My Little Flower Shop" is a distinguished floral design business nestled in beautiful Palm Springs, California. With over 50 years of experience, this shop has built a reputation for excellence in...

$175,000

$175,000

Cash Flow: $129,981

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

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.