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The Multiplier Effect: How Gulf Coast Trades Businesses Hit the 4x Multiple

March 17, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

When brokers talk about a multiple, they’re typically referring to a multiple of Seller’s Discretionary Earnings — what the industry calls SDE.

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Why Michael Shea and Transworld M&A Stand Out: A Success-Fee-Only Approach Built on Scale and Expertise

April 12, 2025 by Michael Shea PA

  When it comes to selling a business, choosing the right partner can make all the difference. Michael Shea, a seasoned business broker and partner at Transworld Business Advisors, has built a reputation as one of Florida’s top intermediaries, having facilitated over 450 transactions worth more than $1 billion in market value. Together with Transworld […]

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Use Your Competitive Advantage When Selling Your Business

May 17, 2018 by Michael Shea PA

There are certain intangible assets that have no monetary value if you try to sell them by themselves, but their worth is essential to the market value of a business. In fact, it is assets like these that give your business a competitive advantage over others in your industry. What makes your business different, unique, […]

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