By Michael Shea, Transworld Business Advisors of Tampa Bay As a business broker, I understand why sellers care deeply about one number: the asking price. After all, it’s the number that funds retirement, pays for the next venture, or allows the owner to finally step into the next chapter of life. But here’s the truth: […]
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What Comes After the Sale? Planning Your Life Beyond Business
One of the hardest things for many business owners post-sale is the identity shift.
You’ve been “the boss” for decades. What happens when the emails stop, the calls slow down, and you’re no longer the one making decisions?
The happiest post-sale clients I’ve worked with are those who stay engaged:
How to Get a 5x Multiple When Selling Your Business
Whether you’re 5 years from selling or 5 months, I can help you chart the path to a more valuable—and sellable—business. Let’s talk strategy before you go to market.
How to Get Your Business Ready to Sell—The Right Way
Getting your business ready to sell isn’t about staging a quick sale—it’s about building a business that someone else wants to buy, at a price that reflects its true value.
Case Study: Sale of Polk County Pool Route – A Win-Win for Buyer and Seller
Brokered by Michael Shea, Transworld Business Advisors of Tampa Bay Overview In May 2025, Michael Shea of Transworld Business Advisors successfully facilitated the sale of a Polk County Pool Route , a pool service route business in Florida, for $85,000. The deal was completed on both the buy and sell side, with full commission processed […]