Businesses For Sale in San Rafael CA Area

Find a Small Business for Sale in San Rafael CA

If you are looking to start a new business in the San Rafael CA area finding a business opportunity or buying a local established business for sale can be one of the best ways to start your own business. Buy a profitable, established, local business for sale with a customer base and earnings. Optionally, you can find a franchise opportunity or an existing franchise for sale in San Rafael CA which will get you some training and support form the franchisor along with some assistance in business setup, marketing and even financing as most franchisors have established relationships with small business lenders or have a streamlined loan approval process from SBA approved lenders. While it is harder for new small businesses to generate cash flow and/or to obtain business loans, if you are buying a local small business on sale or an existing franchise on sale with revenue and cash flow, you may be able to qualify for financing from local banks or small biz lenders to obtain a business startup loan, which makes it easier to buy and grow an existing small business.

Buying a Small Business from a Business Broker vs a Business Owner in San Rafael

Many potential business buyers search online for a San Rafael CA business for sale by owner and and may be it is because many potential buyers are led to believe that they can get a better deal, if they buy the business directly from the business owner rather than buying it from a broker. However, most small biz owners are hard core entrepreneurs and in reality and the way human nature works, most sellers will always want a higher price and many sellers price the business higher than what it is actually worth, whereas an experienced broker will price it based on the market metrics and valuation, so that they can sell the business quickly because keeping a business on market for too long by pricing it disproportionately higher can be counter productive. Secondly, despite websites and marketplaces like our's which facilitate any business owner to sell a business directly, most businesses are still sold through brokers and hence no FSBO websites & marketplaces have been successful. Also a very few businesses listed by owners eventually get sold because most sellers price it higher than what it is worth or do not use real valuation metrics, whereas an experienced broker in the California related industry will price it based on the market metrics and valuation, so that they can sell the business quickly because keeping a business on market for too long can be counter productive. Hence, buying a business from a qualified San Rafael CA area business broker can be beneficial contrary to what some buyers tend to think. Find San Rafael business for sale opportunities below listed by for sale by a small biz owner or by California business brokers.

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California Business Listings

  • Health Care
    Patented At-Home Vision Testing Platform
     San Jose California USA

    A rare opportunity to acquire the only fully built, clinically validated, FDA-registered at-home vis...

    A rare opportunity to acquire the only fully built, clinically validated, FDA-registered at-home vision diagnostics platform shipping at scale. A 29-patent portfolio pairs with proprietary, MIT-licensed optical technology and a HIPAA-compliant telehe...

    Health Care
         
  • Financial
    Confidential Regulated Insurance Distribution Plat
    $1
     Los Angeles California USA

    A rare opportunity to participate in the growth of a profitable, technology-supported insurance dist...

    A rare opportunity to participate in the growth of a profitable, technology-supported insurance distribution platform built for scale, compliance, and expanding policy volume. This is not a concept-stage insurance idea. The company generated eight-fi...

    Financial
         
  • Technology
    AI Luxury-Resort Concierge & Parking Platform
    $1,000,000
     Los Angeles California USA

    A rare opportunity to acquire a fully built, AI-driven guest-engagement and VIP-parking marketplace ...

    A rare opportunity to acquire a fully built, AI-driven guest-engagement and VIP-parking marketplace purpose-built for luxury destination resorts, ski resorts, casinos, and exclusive venues. The platform turns anonymous foot and garage traffic into id...

    Technology
         
  • Financial
    High-Potential Consistent-Performing Farmer’s Book
    $375,000
     Chino California USA

    This 20-year-established Farmers agency boasts a diverse, 100% owner-operated book of business. Wit...

    This 20-year-established Farmers agency boasts a diverse, 100% owner-operated book of business. With a history of smooth integration and high client loyalty, it provides a reliable, plug-and-play platform for a new operator. Do not inquire further i...

    Financial
         
  • Technology
    AI, VR and AR Training Solutions Company for Sale
    $1,200,000
     Los Angeles California USA

    The Company, with over 15 years of expertise in virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), metave...

    The Company, with over 15 years of expertise in virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), metaverse, and artificial intelligence (AI), is dedicated to transforming workforce performance across industries such as manufacturing, aviation, healthcar...

    Technology
         
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    CA Franchise Opportunities for Sale

    • Franchise Opportunities
      Erbert & Gerbert's Sandwich Shop Franchise

      Erbert & Gerbert's serves up a flavorful menu of gourmet sandwiches, soups, and wraps with veget...

      Erbert & Gerbert's serves up a flavorful menu of gourmet sandwiches, soups, and wraps with vegetarian, gluten-friendly, and lite 'n fit options. We cater and deliver.

      Food Restaurants Sandwich Sub Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Kiddie Academy Franchise
      $400,000+

      Working families in need of educational child care are short on time and long on expectations. They ...

      Working families in need of educational child care are short on time and long on expectations. They require options that engage their children, mentally, physically and socially. As a Kiddie Academy franchisee, youll be provided the opportunity to a...

      Education Schools Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Ace Hardware Franchise
      $650,000+

      Founded in 1924 by a small group of Chicago hardware store owners, Ace changed the retail landscape ...

      Founded in 1924 by a small group of Chicago hardware store owners, Ace changed the retail landscape by allowing individual stores to purchase merchandise in bulk to save money and buy at the lowest possible price. As an Ace Hardware owner, you gain t...

      Retail Hardware Stores Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Newk's Eatery Franchise

      Ranked by Technomic 2018 Consumers' Choice as the "Best Overall Fast Casual", Newk's Eatery is leadi...

      Ranked by Technomic 2018 Consumers' Choice as the "Best Overall Fast Casual", Newk's Eatery is leading the next generation of fast casual with our culinary driven menu prepared in open view kitchens. Our franchise partners have multiple revenue oppor...

      Food Restaurants Fast Casual Restaurants Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      HealthSource Franchise

      HealthSource, a national holistic care and chiropractic franchise, treats pain throughout the entire...

      HealthSource, a national holistic care and chiropractic franchise, treats pain throughout the entire body through its four main services: chiropractic, physical therapy, diet & nutrition, and massage. The company continually implements new treatm...

      Health Care Chriopractic Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Express Employment Franchise

      The staffing industry generated more than $150 billion in North America alone in 2017. Average annua...

      The staffing industry generated more than $150 billion in North America alone in 2017. Average annual sales for Express offices in Canada open more than two years is $3.6 million.* Plus, as an Express franchise owner, you control your life with flexi...

      Business Service Employment Staffing Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      J.D. Byrider Franchise
      $825,480+

      J.D. Byrider is the nations leading used car and finance enterprise. The company integrates vehicle...

      J.D. Byrider is the nations leading used car and finance enterprise. The company integrates vehicle sales and financing because it provides the franchisee greatest control of the business and the ability to sell to any customer they want or feel is ...

      Auto Dealers Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Seniors Helping Seniors Franchise
      $86,785+

      Seniors Helping Seniors in-home care service was founded in 1998 as a way for like-minded individual...

      Seniors Helping Seniors in-home care service was founded in 1998 as a way for like-minded individuals to help each other age more happily and gracefully. Matching those who need a hand with mature, active men and women with a passion for helping othe...

      Health Care Senior Care Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      PuroClean Franchise
      $71,190+

      Property damage occurs daily in every city across the country. Property owners file claims with thei...

      Property damage occurs daily in every city across the country. Property owners file claims with their insurance companies who then refer and pay a professional property restoration company, such as PuroClean, to restore and clean up the damage. More ...

      Home Repair Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Homevestors Franchise
      $54,000+

      Homevestors specializes in purchasing houses that are undervalued and selling these houses at a prof...

      Homevestors specializes in purchasing houses that are undervalued and selling these houses at a profit. With a new work-from-home option, and access to many support programs, including financing for the purchase and rehab of houses, HomeVestors provi...

      Real Estate Income Properties Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Caring Senior Service Franchise
      $77,985+

      Caring Senior Service sets the standard for providing non-medical services such as personal care, me...

      Caring Senior Service sets the standard for providing non-medical services such as personal care, meal preparation and housekeeping. GreatCare is a systematic method that is turnkey for new owners and makes the delivery of care simple and uniform. O...

      Health Care Senior Care Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Mr Brews Taphouse Franchise

      Mr Brews Taphouse Restaurants are restaurants featuring a variety of craft beer selections and high-...

      Mr Brews Taphouse Restaurants are restaurants featuring a variety of craft beer selections and high-quality hamburgers served on bakery fresh buns along with other food and beverage products in a distinctive, casual and family-friendly atmosphere.

      Food Restaurants Bars Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Sirius Day Spa Franchise
      $477,950+

      Sirius Day Spa is a national day spa franchise that provides luxury spa services at an affordable pr...

      Sirius Day Spa is a national day spa franchise that provides luxury spa services at an affordable price. At Sirius Day Spa our goal is simple - provide all of those luxurious spa services that everyone desires, under one roof, in convenient locations...

      Fitness Day Spa Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Metal Supermarkets Franchise
      $217,500+

      Metal Supermarkets is the world's largest small-quantity metal supplier with over 80 brick-and-morta...

      Metal Supermarkets is the world's largest small-quantity metal supplier with over 80 brick-and-mortar stores across the US, Canada, and United Kingdom.Over 60,000 customers choose Metal Supermarkets because of our commitment to speed, variety and con...

      Metal Franchise Opportunities
           
    • Franchise Opportunities
      Dogtopia Franchise
      $606,545+

      Dogtopia is the leading and fastest growing franchise in the $70B pet services industry. Since 2002,...

      Dogtopia is the leading and fastest growing franchise in the $70B pet services industry. Since 2002, Dogtopia has provided exceptional care for dogs and currently operates locations throughout the United States and Canada. Dogtopia was one of the ear...

      Pet Care Pet Sitting Pet Store Franchise Opportunities
           

     

     

    How to Sell my San Rafael Business?

    Are you a San Rafael, CA area small biz owner interested in selling a small business, franchise, service, company, store, shop in San Rafael? Advertise your small business for sale listing to Sell a Small Business Online for a LOW listing fee and No Commissions - Seller Testimonials - If you are a broker or a real estate agent, signup for a multiple listing account to Get Business Broker Leads

    Selling a Business in San Rafael

    If you are a small business owner interested in selling your business by yourself in San Rafael, CA area, then first of all you need to get proper valuation for your business, which either you can do yourself with a software or by using valuation metrics that are available online for most business types and/or hire a professionally qualified local San Rafael business broker or an analyst. Selling a business can be a lot of work and can take a long time - if you do not want to hire a business broker then you need to do additional marketing, tracking and monitoring leads - there is more to it than just listing it on a few websites. This in itself is a process and can take a lot of your time. Selling a business can also be once in a lifetime event for most people and no matter how well versed you are with your business and the process of selling it, one small mistake may lead to a huge loss or a botched deal, it is recommended that you always seek advice from a business professional such as licensed broker, M&A advisor, consultant, small business accountant or a lawyer with regards to verification of finances, drafting contracts and negotiation.

     


     

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