Brokered by Michael Shea, Transworld Business Advisors of Tampa Bay
Overview
In May 2025, Michael Shea of Transworld Business Advisors successfully facilitated the sale of a Polk County Pool Route , a pool service route business in Florida, for $85,000. The deal was completed on both the buy and sell side, with full commission processed and a smooth close on May 20, 2025.
This deal wasn’t just a transaction — it was a timely, life-enhancing solution for two motivated individuals on very different paths. The seller was preparing for fatherhood and a new job. The buyer was ready to expand her footprint in the pool service industry.
Deal Highlights
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Business Sold: Stingray Pools – Pool Route Business
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Purchase Price: $85,000
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Close Date: May 20, 2025
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Commission Earned: $10,000 (10% total; $5,000 buy side / $5,000 sell side)
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Structure: Asset sale – No financing or deposit required
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Time to Close (post-fallout): Rapid flip after initial buyer’s visa deal failed
The Story Behind the Sale
Originally lined up as part of a visa transaction, the deal hit a sudden roadblock when immigration logistics derailed the buyer’s plans. With a baby on the way and a new job opportunity on deck, seller needed an exit — fast.
Enter buyer a seasoned pool route operator looking to double her business footprint. With a clear understanding of the route model and no need for financing, she was able to step in quickly and close the deal — giving the seller the freedom to focus on family and career, and giving herself an immediate boost in recurring revenue.
Strategic Lead Generation
This transaction didn’t come from a cold inquiry. It was the result of consistent weekly follow-up and good, old-fashioned networking. Michael Shea met the lead through a local networking group, grabbed a business card, and kept up steady, value-driven contact until the timing was right.
What Made This Deal Work
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Speed & Flexibility: A flexible buyer with industry experience allowed for a fast pivot after the original deal failed.
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Strong Route Business Model: Recurring revenue and a simple, service-based structure made it an attractive, low-risk acquisition.
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Emotional Intelligence: Understanding each party’s life situation ensured that the deal served both personal and professional goals.
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Effective Networking: This sale proves that consistent relationship-building creates opportunity — even when you least expect it.
Broker Commentary
“This was one of those deals where you feel good at the closing table. We helped a seller cash out cleanly during a huge life moment and set up a buyer to grow instantly with no downtime. It’s exactly the kind of win-win we strive for.”
— Michael Shea, CBI | Transworld Business Advisors
Takeaways
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Deals fall apart — great brokers make them come back together.
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Weekly outreach and networking pay off.
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Simple, recurring-revenue businesses like pool routes remain in high demand.
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Emotional timing often drives deal urgency — empathy matters.
Interested in selling or buying a service-based business like this?
Reach out to Michael Shea of Transworld Business Advisors of Tampa Bay for a confidential consultation.
📞 (321) 287-0349
📧 mike@tworld.com
🌐 www.yourfloridabusinessbroker.com
Michael Shea represents the Central Florida Transworld office. In business since 2005, he has established a reputation as a trusted business broker across Florida’s key markets- from Tampa to Orlando, Melbourne, and more. Over the past two decades, Michael and his team have closed over $1 Billion in sold business volume and presided over more than 400 transactions. His credentials include the IBBA Certified Business Intermediary®, and most recently, the prestigious Certified Exit Planning Advisor® (CEPA) credential.