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Selling A Business, Selling Your Company

The Million-Dollar Handoff: How to Choose a Business Broker (And What It Really Costs)

January 5, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

You’ve built the business, cleaned the books, and standardized your operations. Now comes the most critical phase: taking it to market. Selling your business is likely the largest single financial transaction of your life. It is not the time to “DIY” or rely on your cousin’s friend who sells residential real estate. You need a […]

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How to Get Your Tampa Bay Business “Exit-Ready”: A Guide to Books, SOPs, and KPIs

January 5, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

To command a premium in today’s market, you must focus on three pillars: clean books, scalable operations, and predictable metrics.

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Due Diligence Deep Dive: Unearthing Unexpected Liabilities

January 3, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

For Florida business owners, the goal of due diligence isn’t just to “pass”; it’s to ensure that an unexpected discovery doesn’t trigger a massive price re-negotiation or, worse, a “clawback” after the deal is done.

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How to Value Your Company: Key Insights for Business Owners

December 30, 2025 by Michael Shea PA

Many owners wait until they’re ready to sell — but that’s often too late. A valuation done early gives you time to improve weak areas and maximize your eventual sale price.

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Should I Sell Or Should I Go?

December 29, 2025 by Michael Shea PA

  This podcast  features a diagnostic assessment designed to help entrepreneurs determine if they should divest from or retain their companies. This self-test evaluates critical areas such as financial preparedness, organizational autonomy, and the owner’s personal wellness and future goals. By assigning numerical values to specific operational and psychological indicators, the tool identifies potential exit readiness or the need for further internal development. […]

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