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10 Types of Main Street Businesses Worth Considering in Florida

August 19, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

Looking for a business to buy in Florida? Here are 10 Main Street business categories worth considering, from HVAC and pools to restaurants and routes.

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What Happens After You Buy a Business? Your First 100 Days

August 19, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

You bought the business. Now what? Here’s a practical 100-day plan for stabilizing operations, learning the business and creating growth. Closing day isn’t the finish line. It’s Day One. Days 1–30: Learn Don’t immediately change everything. Listen. Meet employees. Talk to customers. Understand suppliers. Learn the numbers. Days 31–60: Stabilize Fix obvious problems. Establish reporting. […]

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10 Questions to Ask Before You Buy a Business

August 18, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

1. Why Are You Selling? The answer matters. Retirement is different from declining sales. 2. How Long Have You Owned It? Long ownership can provide valuable history. 3. What Does the Owner Actually Do? This determines owner dependence. 4. Who Are the Key Employees? You need to know who actually runs the business. 5. Who […]

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How to Buy a Good Business at a Great Price: 10 Rules Every Buyer Should Know

August 18, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

Historical financials establish the foundation for value.

But you are buying the future cash flow.

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The Restaurant Due Diligence Reality Check: 4 Ways Serious Buyers Verify Revenue Before Closing

August 18, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

No tax return, POS report, or seller interview would have revealed that discrepancy as clearly as physically observing the operation.

The old saying applies perfectly here:

Trust, but verify.

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