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🚀 New Listing Alert: Established Lawn Service in Pasco County!

April 6, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

Lawn care in Florida isn’t just a “summer job”—it’s a year-round essential service.

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New Listing Coffee House Tampa Business Listing 3353-711889

March 31, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

This new listing was officially published on March 31, 2026, through The Tampa Bay Business Broker Show. Michael Shea is known for representing high-quality businesses with strong financials, and this latest entry is expected to follow that gold standard.

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Why CPAs Who Ignore Business Transactions Are Leaving Money — and Clients — on the Table

March 30, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

Your client just told you they’re thinking about selling their business. Or buying one. What happens next determines whether you stay their trusted advisor — or get replaced by someone who saw the opportunity you missed. I’ve spent 21 years as a business broker in Florida. I’ve closed over 500 transactions totaling more than $50 […]

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Is Your Business an Asset—or Just a High-Paying Job?

March 27, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

If the answer is “it drops by 40%,” your pre-sale business valuation will reflect that risk. Conversely, buyers will pay a significant premium for a “turnkey” operation where the owner is essentially optional. To close the value gap, you must prove that the business can thrive without you in the building.

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De-Risk Your Operations: The “5 D’s” Audit for a Premium Florida Exit

March 27, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

The 2026 market is crowded with sophisticated capital. Private equity buyers in Florida are looking for “turnkey” stability. If your business can’t survive a “D” event, it is considered a high-risk asset, and high risk always leads to lower market multiples.

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