Aaron Thom

California Business Advisors, Inc.

License Number: 02132030

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CaliforniaBusinessAdvisors.com


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4225 Executive Square, Suite 600
La Jolla, California 92037 (View Map)

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Areas Served

  • San Diego County, CA
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    • California — License number 02132030

    Business For Sale Listings

    $769,000
    Cash Flow: $256,195 
    San Diego, CA 
    Two-Location Sign Manufacturing, $2Mil Rev, $256K SDE, SBA Approved Motivated seller, proven model, and ample transition period (included)

    This established two-location sign franchise has served the San Diego commercial market for 15+ years, with 90%+ of revenue coming from repeat B2B customers. Both locations operate on a shared P&L, with modern equipment, recently renewed leases, and a combined customer database of 3,000+ accounts across both locations. Other expandable locations available in Southern CA. Top Reasons to Acquire:• SBA financing available for qualified buyers — strong asset base and franchise brand support, clean underwriting• Consistent revenue above $2M annually with $256K in two-year average SDE (2024–2025); 2025 SDE of $274K.• Key management already in place — National City location is run day-to-day by a 

    $2,100,000
    Cash Flow: $640,431 
    San Diego, CA  Agent: Brian Ciuchta
    $640K SDE - Commercial Door Supply and Install - SBA Approved - Trades Steady, well established contractor in a booming construction market

    Nearly 20-year-old commercial door supply and installation company serving the Southern California markets. The business operates exclusively in commercial man doors, frames, and hardware -- no residential, roll-up, aluminum, or glass work. This focused specialization has produced a loyal general contractor client base that returns consistently, with approximately 85% of revenue from repeat relationships. *Trades experience and Southern CA based buyer preferred.*Key Highlights:-Nearly 20 years in operation with an established repeat-customer base-85% of revenue from returning general contractor relationships-15-25 inbound bid requests per day -- currently responding to only ~25% -Combined 

    Not Disclosed
    Cash Flow: $1,980,270 
    Riverside Co., CA 
    $1.8M TTM EBITDA - Final Assembly - Commercial Seating +Govt. Contract $7.5M+ revenue, Low Overhead, High Growth Opportunities

    $7.5M+ Revenue | Record Pacing Year | Ready for Growth (owner retiring + new regional salesperson with 30+yrs contacts)- 30+ year operating history with a proven, easy-to-run platform- Final assembly model: no heavy equipment, no complex processes, scalable by labor and space (could almost double in current space)- 100% historical renewal rate on state contracts, replicable with 49 other states and additional government buyers- Long-tenured team with 20+ years of embedded institutional knowledge (plus new salesperson trained by owner)- Diversified global supplier base across the U.S., China, Taiwan, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Italy- FY 2025-2026 on pace for a record year, monthly revenue up +23% 

    $395,000
    Cash Flow: $129,203 
    San Diego, CA  Agent: Joseph Crase
    In-Demand Bakery | Immediate Income | Primed for Expansion In-Demand Bakery | Immediate Income | Primed for Expansion Financing available

    $175K Down | $220K Seller Financing AvailableThis is a well-loved, high-demand specialty bakery in San Diego with strong brand recognition and a loyal, repeat customer base. A new owner steps into a profitable business with steady income today and a very tangible path to expand. All the levers for growth are ready for you to engage. Revenue is growing, earnings are stable, and customer demand consistently exceeds current production capacity. The business is currently operating on a limited schedule with a small team, which naturally caps how much can be offered each week. With more time in the kitchen and a bit of added support, there is 

    $690,000
    Cash Flow: $246,000 
    San Diego, CA  Agent: Loron Pikofsky
    Contract Manufacturer + Powder Coating: Scalable, Seller Fin $246k SDE Financing available

    Top Reasons to Acquire:- Strong SDE and positive trend- Strong and growing order pipeline- Diversified OEM customer base - Industrial Grade equipment- Proven revenue capacity - lots of room for growth - Automatically bypass meaningful barriers to entry for powder coatingAvailable individually or as a combined acquisition, these two Miramar corridor businesses represent a compelling entry into San Diego's contract manufacturing and industrial finishing sectors.Primary Business - Contract Metal FabricatorEstablished. Cash-Flowing. Ready for New Ownership with Owner/Operator.A proven contract metal fabricator with a diverse customer base 

    $810,000
    Cash Flow: $252,882 
    San Diego, CA  Agent: Bill Boyer
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    Easy to Run - $252K SDE Semi-Absentee - Systematized Cooking Class

    A rare opportunity to acquire one of San Diego’s only cooking class businesses of its kind. This highly profitable, fully systemized operation requires no prior culinary or restaurant experience to successfully own or manage. The business is currently experiencing record-breaking growth, generating approximately $180,000 in revenue and over $80,000 in profit in just the first two months of 2026.Financial Performance:2023: Revenue $619K - SDE $50K2024: Revenue $702K - SDE $257K2025: Revenue $739K - SDE $248K Key Investment Highlights:Super Profitable & Rapid Growth: The business generated $739,497 in gross sales in 2025 with a highly bankable, SBA Pre-approved, two-year average Seller's Discretionary Earnings (SDE) of $252,882.100% Pre-Paid Bookings: The business operates on a strict reservation-only, prepaid model. Because every seat is paid for in advance, the business reliably forecasts revenue months ahead of time, 

    $245,000
    Cash Flow: $88,506 
    La Jolla, CA 
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    Niche Tech - Service Based Work - Repeat Clients - Seller Financing

    San Diego's most trusted niche tech repair has been serving individual photographers, retail dealers, schools, and government clients since 1974. Film and digital cameras, lenses, and accessories. National mail-in program. Significant repeat clientele leads to steady revenue and cash flow. Current owners have implemented and invested into systems, processes, CRM, and technology to lay the groundwork for immediate scalability. Top HighlightsCurrent owners spend fewer than 5 hours per week overseeing operations remotely - though cash flow numbers reflect buyer coming in to replace an employeeNo technical skills required -- a fully trained team of skilled technicians handles all repairs, supported by a dedicated in-house trainerGenerous seller financing - $75K down, remainder on a 5 year seller note (6% interest)Long-tenured staff -- three repair techs (a 

    $1,200,000
    Cash Flow: $546,125 
    San Diego, CA  Agent: Brian Ciuchta
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    Niche Automotive | SBA eligible with $130K down | $500K+ Cash Flow

    SBA prequalified by multiple lenders for a well qualified buyer with industry experience. A rare chance to acquire a dominant, highly profitable auto repair shop in one of the most sought-after and difficult-to-enter markets in the region. The Business:This well-established shop has built an exceptional reputation over more than a decade — hundreds of 5-star reviews, 2,500+ service tickets annually, and a clientele that's 80% repeat customers. A culture built on honesty, transparency, and fair pricing that customers have come to count on. In an industry where trust is hard to earn, this shop has made it their signature. Revenue is diversified across all makes and models, with European vehicles accounting for roughly half of total sales.The Operation:Six bays, six lifts, and a skilled team of three mechanics plus one secretary run a tight, high-volume operation. 14 dedicated parking spaces in the center allows for ample 

    $894,000
    Cash Flow: $275,000 
    Los Angeles, CA  Agent: Loron Pikofsky
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    Outdoor Landscape Lighting Design -52% Repeat/Recurring -SDE $275K TTM

    Nearly 40 years. 52% recurring revenue. A field crew that runs itself.This is one of Southern California's most established outdoor lighting companies, built on a reputation that generates inbound leads, commands premium pricing, and keeps affluent homeowners coming back year after year. The owner is ready to retire and will support a full transition. The business is ready for a buyer who wants to grow it.Key Highlights-$1.09M trailing twelve-month revenue | $275k SDE-52% of revenue from recurring service contracts and repeat clients-Gross margins of roughly 65%-Seller financing available with $295K down-150+ five-star reviews with strong organic lead flow-Tenured field crew handles all installations and service work without owner involvement-Owner focused solely on sales and design, not field operations-Nearly 40 years of serving Southern California's most 

    $5,151,433
    Cash Flow: $1,820,000 
    La Jolla, CA 
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    1.67m Adj EBITDA (2yr Av.) Electrical Trades Business + SBA Approved

    This premier commercial electrical contracting company has built a 35-year legacy of excellence in the San Diego market with 80% of their work being repeat customers (GCs). 21% to 26% Adj. EBITDA margins (34-44% gross margins). Top reasons to acquire:- SBA Pre-Approved with only 10% down...$500K down buys you $1.3m+ EBITDA overnight- Financial performance is excellent, with $1.3-$1.9M in EBITDA over the last two years (1.67m ADJ EBITDA 2yr Av.) with 2026 looking stronger than 2025- Already factored in salary for a new CEO of $150k (buy and pay yourself right away, or hire a pro)- Clean financials - very few addbacks (will hold up to bank underwriting scrutiny) - The new owner is walking into a strong backlog with $4M in current projects and many more jobs on the horizon - though not overly owner dependent, as they have multiple key employees (staying) and others do the bidding, estimating, and project management- RME available 

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