Experience in business brokerage is often measured by years. A more meaningful measurement is closed transactions. Each closing teaches lessons about: Valuation Buyer psychology SBA lending Due diligence Deal structure Risk management After hundreds of transactions, patterns emerge. You learn which buyers close. You learn which lenders perform. You learn which issues derail transactions. […]
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Thinking about selling your business? Explore key questions on business valuation, seller readiness, buyer types, deal structures, and M&A timelines to prepare for a successful exit.
You’ve spent years—perhaps decades—building, scaling, and pouring your energy into your business. Now, you’re beginning to think about an exit. For most founders, going to market is uncharted territory. It brings up critical questions: What is my business actually worth? Is it ready for sale? Who will buy it, and what will the deal structure […]
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Case Study: Strategic Sale of a Nationally Recognized Interior Design Firm
“This was one of the more intricate transactions I’ve worked on. The moving parts — from retail operations to lease negotiations to brand protection — all required intense coordination. But we had the right buyer, the right vision, and a motivated seller. In the end, the deal got done, and it was a win on all sides.”
— 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.”