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The 7 Mistakes Business Owners Make 5 Years Before Exit

February 8, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

If you are within five years of wanting to step back, the decisions you make today will directly dictate your “multiple” tomorrow. Unfortunately, many owners in the Tampa Bay area and beyond fall into these seven common traps that leave millions on the table.

Filed Under: Business Management Tips, businessbroker, exitplan, exitplanning Tagged With: businessbroker, clearwater, exit, michaelshea, planning, tampa, tampabay, Transworld

Common Mistakes to Avoid When Selling a Business in Tampa

February 6, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

Many owners don’t realize that a business broker carries significant upfront costs to sell your business. A broker without financial stability may cut corners, which ultimately hurts your sale.

Filed Under: clearwater, clearwaterbusinessbroker, exitplan, exitplanning, michaelshea, Selling A Business, Selling Your Company, Tampa Business Sales, tampabusinessbroker, transworldbusinessadvisors Tagged With: brokers, buyers, confidentiality, pricing, recordkeeping, succession, tampa

Choosing the Best Business Broker in Tampa: Key Factors to Consider

February 6, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

Selecting a business broker in the competitive Tampa Bay market is one of the most significant financial decisions an entrepreneur will make. While local knowledge and experience are vital, a often-overlooked factor is the financial strength and resource depth of the brokerage firm itself. In a market as dynamic as Florida, you need a partner […]

Filed Under: businessbroker, exitplan, exitplanning, michaelshea, Tampa Business Sales, tampabusinessbroker, transworldbusinessadvisors

Preparing Your Tampa Business for Sale: Essential Strategies

February 6, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

Whether you are looking to retire in St. Petersburg or start your next venture in downtown Tampa, here are the essential strategies to prepare your business for a successful transition.

Filed Under: businessbroker, exitplan, exitplanning, sellerfinancing, Selling A Business, Selling Your Company, Tampa Business Sales, tampabusinessbroker, transworldbusinessadvisors Tagged With: cepa, clearwater, credentials, document, ibba, largo, michaelshea, orlando, sell, sellers, tampa, tax

Steps to Prepare Your Clearwater Business for a High-Value Sale

February 2, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

The Clearwater business market is currently in a “sweet spot” with high buyer demand and strong local economic indicators. However, getting “top dollar” doesn’t happen by accident.

Filed Under: clearwater, clearwaterbusinessbroker, michaelshea, Selling A Business, Selling Your Company, Tampa Business Sales, tampabusinessbroker, transworldbusinessadvisors Tagged With: #value, appraisal, books, cepa, clearwater, ibba, michaelshea, orlando, ssets, tampa

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