A business that lives entirely in its team’s heads is not a business — it’s a collection of individual contributors. Buyers and investors want a machine, not a group of talented people doing things in ways no one has ever written down.
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What makes Michael Shea and Transworld the best choice for business owners when considering a sale?
In the high-stakes world of business brokerage, the traditional model is reactive: a broker appears only when an owner is ready to quit, often delivering the cold truth that the business isn’t worth its salt. Michael Shea and Transworld Business Advisors have flipped this script. By integrating free exit consulting and recurring operational reviews into […]
Top 7 Questions Tampa Bay Trades Business Owners Ask Before Selling
Tax treatment on a business sale depends on deal structure (asset sale vs. stock sale), how the purchase price is allocated, and your personal situation. Michael Shea works closely with CPAs and tax attorneys to help sellers minimize their tax liability — but always recommends consulting your own tax advisor.
The Straight Truth: Tampa Bay’s 2026 Business Market Outlook
2026 is shaping up to be the strongest year for sellers in a decade, but only for those who are prepared. Don’t be the owner who leaves $100k on the table because they didn’t have their ducks in a row.
The Best Time to Sell Your Service Business in Tampa Bay
By some estimates, 60% of small to midsize businesses will sell all or part of their companies over the next 10 years. As that wave of supply hits the market, buyers will have more choices — and the pricing power will shift. Sellers who move in the current environment are doing so ahead of that crowd.