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51 East Campbell Avenue #101 B,
Campbell, California 95008 (View Map)

About the Company

Bay Area Business Brokers are experts at bridging the gap between business buyers and sellers. Whether you are acquiring, selling or exit planning our intermediaries can guide you towards a successful transition.

Broker Biography

Introduction

Company Information:
Before opening his own office in Campbell, Bob Brooks was affiliated with the San Jose office of Business Team for 37 years. He has completed over 500 business transactions, and as office manager for six years monitored the sale of hundreds more. Bob specializes in general business brokerage and valuation. He is a founding member of the California Association of Business Brokers and served on its original Board of Directors. For many years he has chaired the CABB Legal and Forms Committee which is responsible for drafting and revising CABB's forms. For seven years he taught "Buying and Selling an Existing Business" at West Valley College. Bob is a graduate of Ohio University and served two years as a Peace Corps Volunteer in India. Bob has earned the Certified Business Broker designation with CABB and in 2016 achieved the coveted Lifetime CBI (Certified Business Intermediary designation from the International Business Brokers Association (IBBA).

Affiliations:
California Association of Business Brokers (CABB), International Business Brokers Association (IBBA)

Services Provided

If you have ever thought about selling your business, Bay Area Business Brokers can confidentially and professionally manage all phases of your business transfer. We will determine the value of your business, create a comprehensive marketing plan to attract qualified buyers and negotiate to maximize the price and terms of your transaction. If you are considering acquiring a business we can walk you through the entire process of purchasing a business and provide you with a number of educational resources for information on financing a business, due diligence, business valuation, market trends and more.

If you would like to talk with one of our brokers to discuss any aspect of buying or selling a company, feel free to call us at 408-246-3846 to schedule a complimentary, initial consultation. Please be assured that all communications will be held in strict confidence.

Areas Served

  • Santa Clara, CA
  • Alameda, CA
  • San Mateo, CA
  • Santa Cruz, CA
  • Contra Costa, CA
  • Licensed In

    • California — License number 00805283

    Professional Affiliations

    Lifetime CBI - IBBA | CBB - CABB

    Business For Sale Listings

    $398,000
    San Mateo Co., CA  Agent: Bay Area Business Brokers
    Peninsula Favorite - $3MM sales - 11 years on the Lease Prime location with easy parking Financing available

    This Bay Area restaurant is renowned for its authentic classic American food and its premium beers; there are twenty-four on tap and a wide selection of bottled beers. Established in 2021, the owners made a significant investment in creating a state-of-the-art dining environment. They invested over $3 million in the build-out, including over $1.9 million in leasehold improvements and over $780,000 in furniture, fixtures and equipment. The result is a stunning 4,751 sq. ft. space that can comfortably seat 115+ patrons inside and 60 more on its spacious 1,414 sq. ft. covered and heated patio. The restaurant is fully staffed with a general 

    $425,000
    Cash Flow: $221,506 
    Santa Clara Co., CA  Agent: Bay Area Business Brokers
    Established Residential Fencing Contractor --- SBA Financing Available Profitable and efficient with a great reputation! Financing available

    This well-established residential fence contracting business has been serving an affluent portion of the San Francisco Bay Area for nearly 40 years. Specializing in the new construction and repair of redwood fencing and gates, the business built its strong reputation on high-quality workmanship, reliability, and competitive pricing. Known for delivering projects as promised, it has earned consistent referrals and repeat business from both homeowners, HOAs and property managers.While the owner has operated the company in a part-time, semi-retirement capacity in recent years, he remains involved in estimating and job oversight. Since late 2022, 

    $3,598,000
    Cash Flow: $1,018,744 
    Santa Clara Co., CA  Agent: Bay Area Business Brokers
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    Profitable Class B Building Contractor

    This design?build remodeling firm was founded in 2021 and serves communities in the San Francisco Bay Area. The firm has completed approximately 200 projects and handled more than 70 planning applications, maintaining around 15 active projects at any given time. This builder positions itself as a premium Bay Area contractor offering design-led remodeling services. It has a proven track record of projects typically ranging from mid-five-figure renovations to high-end additions and ADU conversions, which has solidified its status among discerning homeowners. Its guiding principles are exceptional craftsmanship using premium materials, transparent communication, strict scheduling, safety prioritization and tailoring projects to align with each client’s style, budget and timeline. Client testimonials commend the firm’s clarity in options—especially with cabinetry, countertops and hardware choices—as well as project management 

    $395,000
    San Mateo Co., CA  Agent: Bay Area Business Brokers
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    Local favorite known for authentic classic food and its beer

    Established in 2008, this Peninsula restaurant has become a beloved Bay Area institution, renowned for its dedication to perfecting and serving authentic classic American food. It’s also known for its selection of premium beers; there are 18 on tap plus a large selection of bottle beers making it a great place for beer aficionados. This place attracts everyone from children to seniors, and the vibes are casual.The restaurant runs with minimal involvement from the seller. He has fully staffed the premises including a general manager, head chef and a sous chef. It has a downtown location with nearly 2,500 sq. ft. with seating for 64 plus patio seating for another 30. The lease has over two years left; a new lease is available. The area is being revitalized, which should greatly increase the foot traffic. This is an opportunity for an experienced restauranteur to own a successful operation that still has considerable 

    $248,000
    Cash Flow: $116,256 
    Santa Clara Co., CA  Agent: Bay Area Business Brokers
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    Established Window & Gutter Cleaning Business – High Recurring Revenue

    This profitable, home-based window and gutter cleaning business has been serving Santa Clara County and parts of the East Bay for over 40 years. The owner is retiring, creating a rare opportunity to take over a well-established business with a strong repeat customer base, minimal overhead, and excellent growth potential.The company generates approximately $200K in annual revenue with Seller’s Discretionary Earnings of $116K. Work is split 50/50 between residential and commercial clients, many of whom have used the business for years. Services include window cleaning (75% of revenue), gutter cleaning (25%), and solar panel cleaning (small but growing). The business and historical financial information has been reviewed and pre-qualified for SBA financing up to 85% of the total project cost.The business is owner-operated, with the owner working full time managing customer relationships, sales, scheduling, and less demanding 

    $750,000
    Cash Flow: $375,486 
    Santa Clara Co., CA  Agent: Bay Area Business Brokers
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    Profitable & Well-Established Italian Restaurant w/Full Bar

    A culinary landmark for over 25 years, this Italian Restaurant & Bar offers a unique opportunity to own a thriving and profitable business. Known for its authentic Italian cuisine, impeccable service, and inviting ambiance, it has become a cherished part of the community. Located on a bustling thoroughfare, the restaurant enjoys high visibility and convenient access, attracting clientele from the surrounding affluent neighborhoods. The spacious 4,725 sq. ft. venue comfortably seats 140 guests indoors and an additional 100 on three landscaped patios. With a proven track record of exceeding $2.5M in annual revenue and $350K+ in Seller's Discretionary Earnings, and a dedicated staff of 25+, the restaurant is poised for continued success.The business is pre-approved for SBA Financing. 

    $988,000
    San Mateo Co., CA  Agent: Bay Area Business Brokers
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    Renowned Eatery & Gastropub (Two Locations)

    This popular Bay Area restaurant with two locations, is known for its perfectly prepared authentic American food alongside a wide selection of craft beers and wines. Both locations offer a unique dining atmosphere, with one being a modern, recently built space and both situated in areas with ongoing revitalization projects. The owners invested over $3 million building the newest location. The businesses generate over $5 million in annual sales and provides a turnkey opportunity for a new owner with potential for growth. Seller financing may be available for qualified buyers. 

    $79,000
    Cash Flow: $19,058 
    Santa Clara Co., CA  Agent: Bay Area Business Brokers
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    Boutique Home Staging Company - Owner Retiring

    This boutique home staging company, established by the owner ten years ago, specializes in homes under 3,000 sq. ft. Its staging fees range from $3,500 to $7,000 depending on the size of the home with direct costs for furniture rental and delivery and pick-up averaging about 40 -45% of the staging fees. Sales were down in 2022 -2023 due to health and personal issues, but 2024 was up 200% over 2023. The owner will introduce the buyer to the real estate agents who use her exclusively and assist the buyer with the first four stagings. This is a great opportunity for someone with an interest in design to own a reputable, well-organized operation 

    $998,000
    Cash Flow: $342,516 
    Santa Clara Co., CA  Agent: Bay Area Business Brokers
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    Flooring Contractor

    For over 50 years, this well-established, family-owned flooring business has been a trusted name in the industry, known for its outstanding reputation and commitment to customer satisfaction. Operating from a 4,244 sq. ft. facility with a showroom, office space and warehouse, the business provides easy access for customers and ensures efficient operations. Offering a full range of flooring products, including hardwood, laminate, vinyl and carpet, as well as expert installation and refinishing services, it has built a strong foundation of repeat clients and word-of-mouth referrals. With proprietary software streamlining operations, a piecework payment model ensuring quality craftsmanship and untapped growth opportunities in marketing and service expansion, this is an incredible opportunity for a buyer to take over a profitable and efficient operation. Note: Real estate could be available for the right buyer. 

    $325,000
    Cash Flow: $121,158 
    California  Agent: Bay Area Business Brokers
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    GPS Hardware & Software Business --- Seller Financing Available

    Established for over 20 years, this profitable business provides GPS tracking solutions, video telematics and ambulance management services to a diverse customer base, including businesses, law enforcement and government organizations. With a strong online presence and e-commerce websites catering to both personal and commercial clients, the company serves customers worldwide, with a primary focus on North America.The business offers GPS-related products and services at various price points, supporting fleet management across multiple industries. The current owner works in the business approximately 20 hours per week with occasional evening and weekend customer inquiries, while relying on staff for most daily operations. This turnkey opportunity is relocatable, can be home-based and requires no special licensing.Ideal for a tech-savvy buyer with a passion 

    $59,000
    Cash Flow: $89,648 
    Sunnyvale, CA  Agent: Bay Area Business Brokers
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    Fully-equipped Profitable Auto Repair Shop - Priced to sell

    This auto repair shop is centrally located in the Silicon Valley close to downtown Sunnyvale and Mountain View, was established in 2008. It specializes in repairs of all makes and models. It has an excellent reputation on Google and Yelp with many repeat loyal customers. The shop has two bays that are equipped with lifts and an alignment rack. There is fenced-in parking for 15 cars. Many local body shops go here for their alignment work. The business is currently operated by the owner. The owner answers the phone, does the service writing, diagnostic and repair work. After a year in the business the owner has decided the shop is too big for himself. There is office space that the owner isn’t using. This is a great opportunity for a mechanic who’s ready to be in business for themselves. 

    $295,000
    Cash Flow: $170,000 
    Alameda Co., CA  Agent: Bay Area Business Brokers
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    Design & Build Landscaping Contractor

    A highly reputable landscaping and construction company with over 40 years of experience, serving commercial and residential clients across Northern California. The company specializes in landscape design, large-scale irrigation repairs and installations, turf renovation, concrete work and drainage projects. With a strong client base that includes city municipalities, schools and private properties, the business is known for its quality craftsmanship, reliability and long-standing industry relationships. Operating with a skilled team and established processes, this is a turnkey opportunity for a buyer looking to acquire a well-positioned and profitable business in the growing landscaping and construction sector. 

    $295,000
    Cash Flow: $373,292 
    Monterey Co., CA  Agent: Bay Area Business Brokers
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    Profitable Central Coast Law Firm

    Located on the scenic Central Coast, this successful law firm works in different areas of the law, but real estate, trust, probate and personal injury make up 80% of its case load. It is heavily invested in technology and with the aid of Zoom is able to try cases in many of the California counties. The firm has two experienced paralegals who are expected to remain with the firm. The seller will stay with a new owner for an extended period to facilitate a smooth transition. 

    $30,000
    San Bruno, CA  Agent: Bay Area Business Brokers
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    Fully Equipped Gym - Absentee Owner

    For fitness enthusiasts and entrepreneurs alike, an exciting opportunity has emerged in the Bay Area. A fully equipped gym, strategically located near major freeways, is available. In operation since 2008, this established fitness center presents a prime opportunity to capitalize on an existing infrastructure and a loyal member base.Located in a highly visible 4,562-square-foot space on a busy thoroughfare. This prime location ensures easy access for residents throughout the Peninsula.The gym is comprehensively equipped with a full range of exercise equipment, weights and a dedicated, expansive punching bag and combat training area. Recent investments, including over $55,000 in floor renovations, demonstrate a commitment to providing a quality training environment. Members currently benefit from robust training classes taught by experienced instructors skilled in various mixed martial arts disciplines, attracted by the promise 

    $495,000
    Cash Flow: $186,921 
    San Jose, CA  Agent: Bay Area Business Brokers
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    Engineering and Manufacturing Services Machine Shop

    Established in 2003, this dynamic company specializes in custom precision tooling and complex mechanical assemblies. With a strong reputation for handling intricate, made-to-order projects, the business operates with cutting-edge equipment and offers significant growth potential. Positioned as both a manufacturing and mechanical design partner, this business is an ideal opportunity for a buyer ready to expand its client base and revenue. The business operates from a fully equipped, permanent facility purchased by the seller in 2015, featuring advanced machinery including multi-axis lathes, milling machines and a laser marking system. This state of-the-art equipment enables the company to efficiently produce made-to-order components with precision and reliability. Clients range from military organizations and medical companies to OEMs, with marketing efforts driven primarily by word of mouth and competitive bidding on military 

    $499,000
    Cash Flow: $177,547 
    Santa Clara Co., CA  Agent: Bay Area Business Brokers
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    Auto Repair Shop

    This auto repair shop, located in South Santa Clara County, was established in 1987. It is located at one of the busiest intersections in the city not far from the freeway. This 5-star rated shopattracted a loyal local following and several commercial accounts by going the extra mile with pickup and delivery and washing and detailing of customer vehicles. They perform everything from basic auto repair to classic car restoration. 

    $799,000
    Cash Flow: $171,119 
    California  Agent: Bay Area Business Brokers
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    Integrated Circuit Testing and Repair

    Explore this opportunity with a service provider in the repair, service and sales of component level board repair for ATE Integrated Circuit test systems. With expertise that spans many manufacturers such as Credence, Sentry, STS/KTS/Kinetix, Hewlett Packard, LTX, TMT/ASL, and MCT 20xx, this provider offers field services and scheduled calibrations for seamless client operations. From board repair to system sales, refurbishment, installation and warranties, this trusted partner caters to all testing needs. The company offers flexible service options, including service contracts or on-demand assistance. Established in 1998, this company is well-established in California as a top third-party service provider. 

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