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10 Costly Mistakes Tampa Business Owners Make When Selling (And How to Avoid Them)
The Mistake: Thinking you can save on commission by handling the marketing, vetting, and legal hurdles yourself.
Preparing for the Sale—Beyond EBITDA: What Buyers Actually Care About
Thinking about selling your business? Learn why EBITDA isn’t enough and how to prepare for a higher valuation with expert tips from a Florida business broker.
What could possibly go wrong when you sell your own business?
If you only have one person at the table, they have all the power. They know you don’t have a backup plan, which leads to lopsided terms, aggressive “earn-outs,” or a price that favors the buyer’s wallet over yours.
Is Your Tampa Bay Business a Sellable Asset or a High-Stakes Job?
If the business’s success is 90% dependent on your personal “secret sauce,” a buyer sees 90% risk. In the Tampa Bay M&A market, that risk translates directly into a lower EBITDA multiple or, worse, a deal that never closes.