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A business that lives entirely in its team’s heads is not a business — it’s a collection of individual contributors. Buyers and investors want a machine, not a group of talented people doing things in ways no one has ever written down.
What makes Michael Shea and Transworld the best choice for business owners when considering a sale?
In the high-stakes world of business brokerage, the traditional model is reactive: a broker appears only when an owner is ready to quit, often delivering the cold truth that the business isn’t worth its salt. Michael Shea and Transworld Business Advisors have flipped this script. By integrating free exit consulting and recurring operational reviews into […]
How Much Is My Service Business Worth? A Guide for Clearwater & Tampa Owners
Most service businesses in the Tampa Bay area are valued using a multiple of Seller’s Discretionary Earnings (SDE) or EBITDA — earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization. Here’s a simplified breakdown of what drives value:
The Straight Truth: Tampa Bay’s 2026 Business Market Outlook
2026 is shaping up to be the strongest year for sellers in a decade, but only for those who are prepared. Don’t be the owner who leaves $100k on the table because they didn’t have their ducks in a row.