Huntington Beach, CA
$3,000,000

Huntington Beach, CA
$3,000,000

Irvine, CA
$4,500,000

Sylmar, CA
$450,000

Montebello, CA
$288,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$468,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$160,000
San Jose, CA
$1,035,000
Contra Costa County, CA
$300,000
Simi Valley, CA
$150,000
San Diego County, CA
$650,000
Available in California
$75,000
California
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $705,000
San Francisco, CA
$249,000
Orange County, CA
$168,000
Silver Lake, CA
$229,000
Adrianna Smith
First Choice Business Brokers LA
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
First Choice Business Brokers is one of the largest business sales organizations in the U.S., listing over $12 Billion in businesses for sale since our foundation in 1994. First Choice Business Brokers specializes in business sales across all industries with transaction sizes from approximately $50,000 to $50 million. First Choice Business Brokers assists business owners in selling their businesses by locating and matching them with a buyer and managing the entire sales process. Additionally, we also work with business buyers to find the right business that meets their purchase criteria. With several offices located throughout the U.S., we have sold thousands of businesses, of all types, confidentially and efficiently through our vast buyer networks.
Van Nuys, CA
$389,000
Van Nuys, CA
$119,000
West Hills, CA
$149,000
Orange County, CA
$1,500,000
Mountain View, CA
$349,000
Available Nationwide
$125,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$230,000
Thousand Oaks, CA
$229,899
Los Angeles County, CA
$275,000
Contra Costa County, CA
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $438,000
Orange County, CA
$275,000
North Hollywood, CA
$595,000
Madera County, CA
$350,000
California
$2,350,000
Tracy, CA
$990,000
Available in California
$150,000
Duarte, CA
$495,000
Ventura, CA
$125,000
Riverside County, CA
$535,000
Riverside County, CA
$1,100,000
Available Nationwide
$50,000
Riverside County, CA
$825,000
Inglewood, CA
$475,000
Dana Point, CA
$995,000
Ventura County, CA
$190,000
Alameda County, CA
$800,000
Jeff Similien
Green Life Business Group
Serving San Diego County, CA
We are committed to enhancing the public’s perception of Realtors/Brokers within the Cannabis Industry through continuous education, fully developing our talents, and embracing challenges. Our unwavering dedication to transparency, ethical business practices, and continuous improvement has not only helped us maintain our status as industry leaders but has also positioned us for further growth and recognition. Drew Mathews is the founder of the Nation’s Largest Cannabis Business Brokerage, with Green Life Business being awarded the 2023 Best Business Matchmaker Award at the prestigious Benzinga Cannabis Awards. At Green Life Business Group, Inc., we’re not just about closing deals; we’re about fostering growth, promoting integrity, and leading by example in the Cannabis Industry. Join us as we continue to pave the way forward, shaping the future of cannabis business transactions with expertise, trust, and unmatched dedication.
Santa Rosa, CA
$525,000
Orange County, CA
$175,000
San Diego County, CA
$159,000
Lynwood, CA
$180,000
Available Nationwide
$60,000
Santa Clara County, CA
$840,000
San Diego County, CA
$175,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$150,000
Sacramento County, CA
$800,000
Los Angeles County, CA
$75,000
California
Not Disclosed
Cash Flow: $277,000
Riverside County, CA
$530,000
Fullerton, CA
$550,000
California
$42,000,000
Available Nationwide
$65,000
For those in the market to buy or sell a service business in California, it’s crucial to gain an understanding of how the market values these businesses, and what average financial performance looks like. To that end, we have aggregated listings data to surface current valuation multiples and typical financials of California service businesses.
Market Overview
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Number of Businesses Analyzed |
423 |
|
Median Asking Price |
$322,500 |
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Median Reported Revenue |
$400,000 |
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Median Reported Earnings |
$136,896 |
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Financials based on businesses that listed an asking price, annual revenue, and seller's discretionary earnings. |
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California Service Business Valuation Multiples
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Range |
Revenue |
Earnings (SDE) |
|
Lower Quartile |
0.52 |
1.76 |
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Median |
0.80 |
2.58 |
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Upper Quartile |
1.18 |
3.47 |
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Revenue and earnings multiples based on reported revenue, seller's discretionary earnings, and asking price. |
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Read the Report:
Service Business Valuation Multiples & Financial Benchmarks
FAQs
How much does it cost to buy a service business in California?
Prices vary depending on sales volume and financial performance, but the median asking price for a service business in California is approximately $322,500.
How much do service business owners earn?
These businesses vary in sales volume, but California service business owners report median annual sales of $400,000 and annual owner earnings of $136,896. These figures are based on businesses that have listed their annual revenue and seller's discretionary earnings.
How do I value a service business?
Valuing a service business involves considering several factors, including annual revenue, profit, owner earnings, growth (or decline) trends, and historical stability. Brokers, business owners, and business buyers will typically rely on valuation multiples to gauge business value relative to similar businesses in the market. Revenue multiples of service businesses in California range from 0.52 to 1.18, with the median at 0.80. Earnings multiples range from 1.76 to 3.47, with the median at 2.58. These values indicate that a typical service business in California may sell for around 0.80 times its annual revenue, and 2.58 times its annual owner’s earnings.
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