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Mexican Restaurant Asset Sale
Thai Restaurant (Anantra) for Sale in Canoga Park!!! WOW! INCREDIBLE!!
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Canoga Park, CA
Beverly Hills Turnkey Surgical Center Asset Sale
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Beverly Hills, CA
Turnkey Wellness Suite | 7 Private Treatment Rooms | Chino Hills, CA |
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Chino Hills, CA
Turnkey Deli & Restaurant for Sale
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National City, CA
Restaurant at Prime Beverly Hills–Adjacent on South Beverly Drive
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Los Angeles, CA
Competition-Grade Gym Asset Package with $186K+ in Replacement-Value
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Ventura County, CA
Carmel Valley Franchise Restaurant For Sale
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San Diego, CA
"SF Valencia St" Turn Key Restaurant in Prime location opportunity!
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San Francisco, CA
Restaurant Near Paseo and Old Town Pasadena || LOW RENT AND BEER/WINE
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Pasadena, CA
Turnkey Restaurant Asset Opportunity
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Highland, CA
Major Price Reduction | Restaurant Asset Sale In Old Town Pasadena
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Pasadena, CA
Established Discount Store - Prime Corner Location
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Los Angeles, CA
Midtown Sacramento Wine Bar & Bottle Shop
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Sacramento, CA
High-Visibility Restaurant Near UC Berkeley Campus
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Berkeley, CA
Asset Only Sale - LED Business
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Rancho Cordova, CA
Felizardo Gaxiola
First Choice Business Brokers - Excellence Team
Serving Riverside County, CA
First Choice Business Brokers has grown to become one of the largest organizations in the U.S. specializing in business sales. We have listed and managed the sale of over $8 billion in businesses for sale. Buyers and sellers alike can enjoy the accessibility and expertise of a national network of professional business brokers and the largest inventory of businesses available for sale. Our team will help you thru all the steps to sell or buy a business as a part of your business plan. We are a brokerage firm that will guide you from a business valuation to each milestone of the process and back you up as a legal shield avoiding risks and becoming your negotiator for this new lifetime decision. In summary, if you have a business you would like to sell or are ready to buy a business, the First Choice team would be proud to be your “First Choice” for buyer or seller representation, we genuinely care and understand the plans you have for YOU and your loved ones. We create opportunities for people: The Business Brokerage core business is actually a “people business” first and foremost, and we understand this. We create business opportunities that deliver value for people’s life. We are experts on the process: With a combination of business finance, marketing and operations, we highlight the real value that business buyers and sellers’ demand. From initial strategic exit planning through valuation, acquisition and marketing to closing the deal. Structuring, negotiating and closing deals: Our transactions are life-changing for the business owners, their families and employees. We understand the “psychology of the deal” and the emotions that come with it. We manage all the implications so you can experience a smooth process. It’s about knowing the true value of your company: We understand your business and its true value in order to present the opportunity to strategic buyers that are looking for your specific true value, and therefore willing to pay more. Formulation of the right strategy involves experience.
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Santa Monica Cafe with Patio
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Santa Monica, CA
TWO Locations - Frozen Yogurt -Dessert / Beverage Concept Friendly
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Orange County, CA
Turn-Key Premium Custom Cabinetry Business 40+ Years in Orange County
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Orange County, CA
Turn-key Restaurant with Full Kitchen + Open Kitchen
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Ventura, CA
Beautifully built out restaurant with patio
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San Diego, CA
Primary care practice with 200 concierge accounts
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Marin County, CA
Asset Sale - Coffee & Boba Shop
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Los Angeles County, CA
Corner Lot Freestanding Restaurant & Bar
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Campbell, CA
Asset Sale - Second Generation Space for Spa and/or Medical Services
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Campbell, CA
Scripps Ranch Restaurant For Sale
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San Diego, CA
Closed Door LTC Pharmacy | LA County
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Los Angeles County, CA
For Sale: Turnkey Bar / Restaurant In Potrero Hill
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San Francisco, CA
Nail Salon Asset Sale
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El Monte, CA
Standalone Commercial Snack & Coffee Vending Machines For Sale!!!
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Hollywood, CA
Auto Repair and Body Shop Fully Licensed and Turn Key MAKE OFFER!
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Santa Fe Springs, CA
Coin Laundry Asset Sale
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Garden Grove, CA
Prime Arts District Restaurant Opportunity
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Los Angeles, CA
CUB Type 48 Live Entertainment, DJ, and Dancing
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Los Angeles, CA
Newly Remodeled & Fully Equipped Sonoma County Restaurant and Bar
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Sonoma County, CA
Newly established Retail Pharmacy in San Diego County
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San Diego County, CA
Stylish Build-Out | Tea Service Concept | Growth Potential
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Los Angeles, CA
Thai Restaurant for Sale in Palmdale! INCREDIBLE OPPORTUNITY!!! WOW!!
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Palmdale, CA
Turnkey Taproom & Craft Brewery
Asset Sale
Santa Barbara, CA
Turn-Key South Bay Restaurant For Sale
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Chula Vista, CA
San Francisco Type-48 Liquor License For Sale
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San Francisco, CA
Built-Out Fast Food Restaurant Space – Canoga Park Asset Sale
Asset Sale
Los Angeles, CA
New Turnkey Restaurant w/ Very Low Rent Near Ocean Ave. w/ Beer & Wine
Asset Sale
Santa Monica, CA
Asian Dumpling restaurant for sale near Stonetown of San Francisco
Asset Sale
San Francisco, CA
Steve Hovakimyan
City Center Realty Group
Serving Los Angeles County, CA
Steve Hovakimyan understands that navigating the commercial real estate market can be complex. That’s why his company, City Center Realty Group, is dedicated to guiding you through the unique landscape of Los Angeles County. Steve and his team specialize in connecting buyers and sellers with prime properties and securing top-dollar deals, all while ensuring a seamless and stress-free experience. With extensive industry expertise and a keen understanding of what businesses need in commercial spaces, Steve is the trusted expert to help you achieve your real estate goals. Whether you're expanding, relocating, or investing, City Center Realty Group is there to support you every step of the way. Trust Steve Hovakimyan to turn your commercial real estate vision into a successful reality.
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Incredibly charming restaurant & bar Arts District
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Los Angeles, CA
TURNKEY Restaurant Space In Prime Alhambra
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Alhambra, CA
ASSET SALE Laundromat in Ventura County
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Oxnard, CA
5,600 Sq. Ft. Turnkey Full Kitchen Restaurant & Bar
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Fresno, CA
Prime Restaurant Opportunity in High-Traffic Plaza in Rancho Cordova
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Rancho Cordova, CA
Rare Restaurant Opportunity in Prime Peninsula Trade Area
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Millbrae, 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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