Michael Shea represents the Central Florida Transworld office. In business since 2005, he has established a reputation as a trusted business broker across Florida’s key markets- from Tampa to Orlando, Melbourne, and more. Over the past two decades, Michael and his team have closed over $1 Billion in sold business volume and presided over more than 450 transactions. His credentials include the IBBA Certified Business Intermediary®, and most recently, the prestigious Certified Exit Planning Advisor® (CEPA) credential.
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How Rising Interest Rates Are Making SBA Business Sales Tougher in Tampa
By Michael Shea, Transworld Business Advisors of Tampa Bay For years, SBA-backed lending has been the engine driving small business acquisitions in the Tampa Bay market and across the country. These loans—often used by individuals buying owner-operated businesses—have helped first-time buyers access the capital they need to close deals, while giving sellers a clear path […]
The Price Is Right—Or the Deal Won’t Happen
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: […]
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.
Why You Want to Sell Your Business Matters More Than You Think
By Michael Shea, Transworld Business Advisors of Tampa Selling a business isn’t just a financial transaction—it’s a life decision. And like most big decisions, timing and motivation drive the outcome. At Transworld Tampa, we talk to business owners every week who are thinking about selling. Some are ready. Some are reacting to pressure. Some aren’t […]