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Top California Business Brokers

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California Business Brokers

129

Active Firms

531

TTM Deal Flow

Top Sectors by Activity

Food & Hospitality 27%
Industrials 26%
Consumer Goods 12%
Business Services 8%
Healthcare 8%

Key Attributes

Best For: Owner-Operated Businesses | Typical Fee: Primarily Success Fee | Coverage: Local & Regional Markets

Showing 81-100 of 129 Business Brokers

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Accel Business Advisors

46 Total Closed Deals
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Accel Business Advisors, formerly Sunbelt Business Advisors San Jose, is a leading business brokerage firm with over two decades of experience in facilitating successful business sales. Our dedicated team of professionals specializes in connecting buyers and sellers, ensuring smooth transitions of ownership. Contact us today to learn more about how we can assist you in achieving your business goals.At Accel Business Advisors in San Jose, CA, we pride ourselves on being a premier business brokerage firm dedicated to facilitating successful business transactions. Whether you’re looking to buy…

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  • Nov 2023 Advised Confidential Company in its sale to Confidential Company
  • Jul 2023 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company
  • Jul 2023 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company
  • May 2023 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company

The Marvin Group

13 Total Closed Deals
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The Marvin Group LLC, a business brokerage that represents small to mid-size businesses in the Midwest and Southeastern areas of the U.S.

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  • May 2024 Advised Confidential Company in its sale to Confidential Company
  • Feb 2022 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company
  • Feb 2022 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company
  • Mar 2021 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company

BusinessQuest

8 Total Closed Deals
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BusinessQuest is a full service firm providing business brokerage, M&A advisory, business valuation and exit planning services to privately-held business owners of small and lower middle market companies in the California market.

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  • Apr 2023 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company
  • Apr 2023 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company
  • Apr 2023 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company
  • Apr 2023 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company

Vanguard Resource Group

8 Total Closed Deals
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Vanguard Resource Group is located in San Diego, California. VRG works with upper main street and lower middle market firms throughout Southern California. VRG is led by Ken Oppeltz, who has earned the Certified Business Intermediary (CBI), the Merger and Acquisition Master Intermediary (M&AMI), and the California Certified Business Broker (CBB) designations. Ken is the past president of the California Association of Business Brokers, former member of the board at the International Business Brokers Association, and a Fellow of the IBBA.

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  • Feb 2026 Advised CONFIDENTIAL in its sale to Confidential Company
  • Jan 2026 Advised CONFIDENTIAL in its sale to Private Individual
  • Dec 2024 Advised Confidential Company in its sale to Confidential Company
  • Dec 2023 Advised Confidential Company in its sale to Confidential Company

Empire Business Solutions - Huntington Beach

7 Total Closed Deals
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For the past 15 years, Empire Business Solutions has dedicated itself to the needs of our customers. As experienced M&A professionals and Certified Business Brokers, we concentrate on lower middle market companies with revenues of $1M to $10M. From startup through acquisition, merger or presenting your business for sale, we have established our principles for success; strict confidentiality with free consultation; strong client representation; solid evaluation; and energetic marketing.

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  • Oct 2021 Assisted Confidential Company in securing debt financing from Confidential Company
  • Oct 2021 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company
  • Nov 2020 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company
  • Nov 2020 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company

CEO Business Brokerage & Services

7 Total Closed Deals
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CEO Business Brokerage & Services is a Business Transaction Firm that has been in business since 2006 specializing in Business Sales, Transfers, Acquisitions, and Long Term Exit Programs for companies with revenues from $250K-$7.5M. Whether you are ready to put your business on the market today, have a prospective buyer, family member or employee you want to transfer over time, or have an interest to preparing the inevitable transfer and want to create more value in your business, we are here to help YOU!

Recent Transactions

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  • Jan 2016 Advised Manufacturer in its sale to Invdividual
  • Sep 2015 Advised Confidential Construction Company in its sale to Confidential Company in the Construction Industry
  • Jun 2015 Advised Studio in its sale to Individual
  • Aug 2014 Advised Restaurant in its sale to Individual

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Acacia Group, Inc.

4 Total Closed Deals
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Acacia Group prides itself in providing high quality mergers and acquisition intermediary service to business owners wishing to sell their business as well businesses and private equity groups wishing to acquire suitable businesses. We will contact private equity groups and strategic partners for the acquisition. We handle businesses with EBITDA up to $10 million. Our experience has led us to specialize in Distribution, Manufacturing, and Technology Service businesses. We work with a team of experts in legal, valuation and finance fields which have resulted in highly satisfied clients with…

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  • Dec 2015 Advised Thorpe Design, Inc. in its sale to Noverra Group
  • Oct 2013 Advised Quality Reprographics in its sale to Arista Business Imaging Solutions
  • Sep 2013 Advised Pacon Company in its sale to Private Individual: Name is confidential
  • Sep 2009 Advised Pacific Produce in its sale to Individual Buyers

Sunbelt Business Brokers - San Francisco #1

4 Total Closed Deals
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Sunbelt Of San Francisco is part of the Sunbelt Network, the world’s largest business brokerage operation. As part of a successful franchise company with over 30 years of experience in the business brokerage industry, Sunbelt Of San Francisco has the expertise to guide you through the business buying and selling process.Whether you are buying, selling or just need a business evaluation or franchise consultation, our Sunbelt team in San Francisco is here to help. Business Brokers at Sunbelt have been protecting the interests of their clients for decades. We are here to help you make…

Recent Transactions

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  • Feb 2012 Advised Confidential on an investment from Confidential
  • Jan 2012 Advised Confidential in its sale to confidential
  • Jan 2012 Advised Confidential in its sale to Confidential
  • Jul 2011 Advised Confidential in its sale to Confidential

BearDown Brokerage

3 Total Closed Deals
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As a team of seasoned professionals with diverse expertise, we are Business Brokers that can and do more. We are passionate about helping our sell side clients increase the value of their privately held businesses and helping our buy side clients strategically acquire new businesses.We have developed an internal ecosystem that provides for one stop shopping, including M&A advisory services, legal services, tax & accounting services, and marketing. We aim to the simplify the entire deal process and shorten the time it takes to close deals through streamlined processes.Our team has…

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  • Oct 2024 Advised Confidential Company in its sale to Confidential Company
  • Apr 2024 Advised Confidential Company in its sale to Confidential Company
  • Mar 2023 Advised Anonymous in its sale to Anonymous

Business Team - Pleasant Hill

2 Total Closed Deals
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Business Team manages the packaging and marketing of the businesses we list for sale. We are the largest Business Brokerage on the West Coast of the US. Since 1981 Business Team has sold over 5300 Businesses including hi-tech, low-tech, manufacturing, service, retail, food and beverage.

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  • Nov 2022 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company
  • Nov 2022 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company

Hines & Associates, Inc.

1 Total Closed Deal
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Brokerage services serving mostly main street and lower middle market businesses in the Southern California area. Non-industry specific with focus on well established firms with proven profits.

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  • Feb 2019 Advised Confidential Company on an investment from Confidential Company

Citizens Business Group

1 Total Closed Deal
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When you work with VR you are working with the #1 Rated Business Brokerage in the world. VR Has Sold More Businesses In The World Than Anyone.® Our firm sets the standards for the industry and provides the most extensive training for our Intermediaries. VR maintains the largest national database of sold businesses in the world and finally, “VR knows how to get deals done!”

Recent Transactions

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  • Aug 2014 Advised Yellow Cab Co of Sacramento Inc. in its sale to Metro Cars Inc.

MKL Agency Broker

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We specialize in successfully selling Insurance Agencies and Books of Business throughout the USA and we do our best to provide our Clients with a “seamless experience”.In addition to understanding the need for strict Confidentiality, we help our Clients maximize the value of their Agency/Book of Business and anticipate and address important issues that will arise during the process. We bring extensive industry knowledge and experience to the table.From initial planning and marketing through due diligence, closing, and post-closing we try to simplify the transaction to transition the…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Honeymoon Wishes

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Since 2003, Honeymoon Wishes, a California Corporation, has provided the most advanced tool to create bridal registries centered on honeymoon gifts and experiences. Hundreds of thousands of wedding guests have enjoyed giving a wedding gift from a Honeymoon Wishes Registry site. Honeymoon Wishes provides the online platform, not just to manage registry funds, but is a social tool allowing wedding guests to become part of this special time interacting with the couples and their destination.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

CRB Group

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CRB Group primarily focuses on business brokering. We handle listings that range from 100,000 to 20,000,000. We serve lower end middle market and main street business sellers and buyers. We also have a great deal of expertise in commercial real estate. We help clients purchase commercial real estate investments and recently started offering building management as a service to our clients.

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

William Bruno Business Brokerage

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Having completed over 300 successful transactions, helping Buyers buy and Sellers sell is our primary mission. Our experience covers virtually every industry sector and most types of businesses, including Manufacturing, Distribution, Services, Wholesale, Retail, Food & Restaurants, Health & Beauty, Medical, Construction, Professional, Institutional, and Franchises. We offer personal and focused service, dedication to the task, substantial experience, excellent reputation, and an attitude of creating a good transaction and experience for you. We have successfully brokered 323 business sale…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

iBanksLawyers

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iBanksLawyers on average advises more than 120 private companies each year on how to raise capital and get listed on U.S. markets including OTC-BB, NASDAQ, American Stock Exchange, NYSE EURONEXT, as well as some international stock exchanges such as Hong Kong, Shenzhen, AIM (London) and NASDAQ DUBAI. As principal attorney, Mr. Newman has worked with most of the major Wall Street Investment Banking Firms including Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley and Merrill Lynch, as well as regional and local funding sources. Mr. Newman also assists with ADRs, licensing, mergers, acquisitions and international…

Recent Transactions

This member has no reported closed transactions.

Frequently Asked Questions

How are Business Brokers in this directory ordered?

Firms in the California Business Brokers directory are ordered based on recent deal activity on Axial. The default order reflects observed market signals rather than a subjective ranking of firm quality.

What information is included in each Business Broker profile?

Each profile provides information about the firm’s areas of focus, transaction criteria, and relevant activity on Axial’s M&A platform. Together, these details provide a clearer view of where a firm is active and the types of companies and opportunities most relevant for it.

How important is location when evaluating Business Brokers?

Location can be an important consideration, but it does not necessarily define where a firm is active. Firms based in California may bring regional knowledge, local relationships, and experience with businesses in the area, while many also pursue opportunities across a broader geographic footprint. Geography is best considered alongside sector focus, company size, and relevant transaction activity.

Do all Business Brokers in this directory operate exclusively in California?

Not necessarily. A firm’s location does not always define its geographic reach. Many Business Brokers based in California are active across multiple regions, while firms based elsewhere may also participate in the California market. Location can provide useful context, but it should not be interpreted as a firm’s geographic boundary.

How do I compare Business Brokers in California?

When comparing Business Brokers in California, consider factors such as sector focus, size range, and recent transaction activity. These characteristics vary across the 129 firms included in the directory and can help identify firms that align with your needs.

How do I connect with California Business Brokers?

Axial can help you identify and connect with firms based on your objectives and what you are looking to accomplish. The process varies depending on your role and transaction needs. If you are interested in connecting with firms in the California Business Brokers directory, you can request information here.

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