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5 Reasons Clearwater Business Owners Trust Michael Shea With Their Exit

April 25, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

Local Reputation That Matters

He’s built a name across Tampa Bay as a trusted advisor—not just a salesperson

Filed Under: bestbusinessbroker, businessbroker, Buy a Business, certifiedbroker, clearwaterbusinessbroker, exitplan, exitplanning, Selling A Business, Selling Your Company, Tampa Business Sales, tampabusinessbroker, transworldbusinessadvisors, valuations Tagged With: #business sale, business, cbi, cepa, certified, clearwater, cmap, iwantotretire, retire, saintpetersburg, tampa, tampabay, trusted

Stop Wasting Time on “Dead” Listings: How to Use the Florida Business MLS

April 14, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

You can access this proprietary data directly through Michael’s portal. By using the search tool on his site, you get the full power of the BBF MLS, but with the added benefit of having an expert to guide you through the inquiry process.

Filed Under: bestbusinessbroker, michaelshea, Selling A Business, Selling Your Company, valuations Tagged With: businessbroker, cepa, michaelshea, orlando, tampa, Transworld

7 Reasons Why a Professional Broker is Your Secret Weapon in a Florida Business Sale

April 14, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

Setting the right price requires more than just looking at last year’s tax returns. A professional Set a Price strategy analyzes market potential, industry trends, and financial metrics like SDE to ensure you are priced for current market conditions.

Filed Under: exitplan, michaelshea, sellerfinancing, Selling A Business, Selling Your Company, Tampa Business Sales, tampabusinessbroker, transworldbusinessadvisors, valuations Tagged With: cepa, michaelshea, selling, tampa, Transworld

5 Reasons a “DIY” Valuation is Costing Tampa Business Owners Millions

April 14, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

However, in the eyes of a buyer, your “intangibles” (brand reputation, proprietary processes, and customer loyalty) often carry the most weight.

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The “Wonka” Wake-Up Call: Why Poor Exit Planning Kills Your Sale

March 30, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

Don’t let your retirement be a “Good day, sir!” moment. Your business is likely your largest asset—treat it like one by keeping the records as professional as the service you provide.

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