By Michael Shea, Transworld Business Advisors of Tampa Bay No one goes into business with a partner expecting it to fall apart. The enthusiasm is high, the vision is shared, and everyone’s ready to build something great together. But as a business broker who’s handled more partnership breakups than I care to count, I can […]
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How to Get Your Business Ready to Sell—The Right Way
Getting your business ready to sell isn’t about staging a quick sale—it’s about building a business that someone else wants to buy, at a price that reflects its true value.
Why Am I Selling — and Is Now the Right Time?
The Business’s Health
Ironically, the best time to sell is when you don’t need to. A thriving, growing business is far more attractive to buyers than one on life support.
Case Study: Strategic Sale of a Nationally Recognized Interior Design Firm
“This was one of the more intricate transactions I’ve worked on. The moving parts — from retail operations to lease negotiations to brand protection — all required intense coordination. But we had the right buyer, the right vision, and a motivated seller. In the end, the deal got done, and it was a win on all sides.”
— Michael Shea, CBI | Transworld Business Advisors of Tampa Bay
Case Study: Sale of a Collections Agency at $800,000 — Above Asking Price
“This is the kind of deal that rewards good habits. The seller listened, put in the work, and trusted the process. When we hit the market, we didn’t just sell the business — we got a bidding war that drove the price above list. That’s the value of preparation.”
— Michael Shea, CBI | Transworld Business Advisors of Tampa Bay