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The 12-Month Countdown: What to Do Before You Sign the Closing Docs

March 17, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

Selling a business is a major life transition, and the people close to you will be affected by it. Make sure your spouse or partner understands the timeline, the likely range of outcomes, and what life looks like on the other side. The sellers who navigate the process most smoothly are the ones who’ve had this conversation well before the letters of intent start arriving.

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Cash Flow Is an Engineering Problem — And Most Small Business Owners Are Solving It Wrong

March 10, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

By Michael Shea | Transworld Business Advisors of Tampa Bay Most small business owners think about cash flow the wrong way. They treat it like a weather report — something to check, react to, and worry about when it looks bad. What they rarely do is engineer it. But cash flow has moving parts, and […]

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What makes Michael Shea and Transworld the best choice for business owners when considering a sale?

March 8, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

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 […]

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Affordability – The E-2 Visa Strategy: Why Your Choice of Location is Your Best Business Asset

February 25, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

For many international investors, the initial instinct is to head for “brand name” states like California, New York, or Florida. However, savvy E-2 buyers are increasingly looking toward the South and Midwest.

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What does the SBA look at when deciding to loan on a business deal?

February 24, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

When an SBA lender evaluates a 7(a) loan application, they are essentially looking for a “sound” business case that minimizes the risk to the government, which guarantees a large portion of the loan.   

Lenders focus on “The Five Cs of Credit” but through the specific lens of SBA regulations.

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