1. Sale to a Third Party
This is often the best route for owners seeking the maximum purchase price and a clean break. In Florida’s active M&A market, this might involve selling to a competitor, a strategic buyer, or a private equity fund.
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How Much Is My Business Worth in Tampa Bay or Sarasota? (Free Valuation Guide + Local Multiples)
If you own a business in the Suncoast region, you’ve likely noticed the surge in economic activity. From the tech expansion in Downtown Tampa to the booming service and hospitality sectors in Sarasota, the Florida Gulf Coast is currently one of the most active M&A (Mergers and Acquisitions) markets in the country. But how does […]
Add‑Ons Still Dominate—But a Surprising Shift Emerges in 2025
For years, sponsor add‑on acquisitions have been the workhorse of Florida’s deal market. That trend continued in 1H‑2025, with add‑ons comprising about 55% of total sponsor deals. But beneath the surface, a subtle shift is emerging. Add‑Ons vs. Control Deals When isolating control investments, add‑ons accounted for approximately 72%, a slight decrease from previous […]
Southeast Florida Dominates 2025 Sponsor Activity—Here’s Why It Matters
When investors think of Florida’s private‑equity activity, they may picture Miami—and the 1H‑2025 data validates that instinct. The Southeast region captured roughly 39% of all Florida sponsor deals, marking it as the state’s undisputed hub for sponsor activity. Tampa Bay & Central: A Close Race for Second Place Tampa Bay and the Central region […]
Florida’s 2025 Sponsor Deal Flow: A Market Cooling Into a New Normal
Florida’s sponsor investment landscape entered 2025 with signs that the cooling trend seen at the end of 2024 may be here to stay. According to the 1H‑2025 Florida Sponsor Report, deal flow dipped slightly to 258 sponsor transactions, down from 273 in 1H‑2024. While the decline is modest, the reasons behind it are more significant—and potentially persistent.