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Why Credentials Matter in Business Brokerage: Understanding the CBI, CEPA, CM&AP, and BCI Designations

November 10, 2025 by Michael Shea PA

By Michael Shea – Transworld Business Advisors of Tampa When you’re preparing to sell your business, one of the most important decisions you’ll make is who to trust with the sale. In a market as competitive and complex as Tampa Bay, experience matters—but so do credentials. Business brokerage is part finance, part negotiation, and part […]

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Exit Planning is Business Strategy

November 5, 2025 by Michael Shea PA

The core of the presentation details three paradigm shifts that redefine exit planning, advocating for a holistic approach that views exit strategy as business strategy and utilizes a common framework called the Value Acceleration Methodology.

Filed Under: cpa, exitplan, michaelshea, Selling A Business, Selling Your Company, Tampa Business Sales, tampabusinessbroker, transworldbusinessadvisors Tagged With: businessbroker, cepa, exitplan, Lakeland, tampa, tampabay, Transworld

How to Price a Business for Sale to Maximize Value and Attract the Right Buyers

November 5, 2025 by Michael Shea PA

By Michael Shea, Business Broker & Partner – Transworld Business Advisors Tampa When it comes to selling a business, pricing is everything. Set the price too high, and you risk scaring off serious buyers. Set it too low, and you’re leaving hard-earned equity on the table. The sweet spot? A price that reflects the true […]

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The Due Diligence Process in Small Business Sales: What Buyers and Sellers Should Expect

October 24, 2025 by Michael Shea PA

Due diligence is not adversarial—it’s a collaborative process designed to protect both parties. Buyers gain confidence in their investment, and sellers demonstrate professionalism and integrity. When approached with transparency and structure, due diligence becomes a bridge to a successful closing rather than a barrier.

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What Happens After You Sell: Tax Implications and Transition Planning

October 13, 2025 by Michael Shea PA

Tip: Use a tax advisor to explore strategies like installment sales to reduce tax hits.

Filed Under: cpa, exitplan, exitplanning, michaelshea, Tampa Business Sales, tampabusinessbroker, transworldbusinessadvisors Tagged With: businesssale, cpa, exitplan, michaelshea, peace, tax, Transworld

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