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Beyond the Balance Sheet: The “Hidden Assets” Buyers Pay a Premium For”

March 8, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

These assets don’t appear on a standard P&L statement, but they are the primary factors in determining your valuation multiple.

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March 8, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

Transitioning from self-employed to business owner doesn’t happen overnight. It requires a proactive strategy.

https://www.yourfloridabusinessbroker.com/transitioning-from-self-employed-to-business-owner-doesnt-happen-overnight-it-requires-a-proactive-strategy/

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Why “Free” Consulting is the Best Investment You’ll Never Make

March 8, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

Most exit consultants operate on a “fee-for-service” basis. They get paid whether your business sells or not. This often leads to:

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The “Exit Readiness” Quiz: Is Your Business Sellable Right Now?

March 8, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

Whether you scored 18 or 5, there is a clear path from where you are to where you want to be at closing. The difference between the owners who get the deal they deserve and the ones who don’t usually comes down to one thing: how far in advance they started asking the right questions.

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The 24-Month Rule: Why Your Exit Starts Two Years Before the Sale

March 8, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

Revenue that is recurring or contractual rather than episodic or relationship-dependent

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