When it’s time to sell your business, you want someone at the helm who knows the process inside and out. Someone who understands the stakes, speaks the language of buyers, and can push a deal across the finish line. That’s exactly what Tampa business owners get with Michael Shea of Transworld, who has just earned […]
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CASE STUDY: Closing a $350K Vending Company Sale Despite Bad Books
Polk County, FL | Facilitated by Michael Shea, Transworld Business Advisors The Challenge After 15 years in operation, the owner of a Polk County vending machine business was ready to sell. The problem? Like many cash-heavy businesses, the company had poor books. The seller hadn’t kept formal financials—just hand-written logs and vague sales estimates. For […]
5 Steps to Maximize Your Business Value Before Selling in Tampa
A buyer will inspect everything. Legal issues, employee disputes, outdated leases, or shaky vendor relationships can crush your deal—or drive the price down.
Case Study: Sale of a Collections Agency at $800,000 — Above Asking Price
“This is the kind of deal that rewards good habits. The seller listened, put in the work, and trusted the process. When we hit the market, we didn’t just sell the business — we got a bidding war that drove the price above list. That’s the value of preparation.”
— Michael Shea, CBI | Transworld Business Advisors of Tampa Bay
Case Study: Sale of Property Management Contract Portfolio
“Deals like this are all about timing and fit,” said Michael Shea. “We brought the right buyer to the table fast and had the documents, relationships, and expectations managed to close in a week. It’s a great example of how niche asset sales—when structured and marketed properly—can create real value in short order.”