If you’re a Tampa Bay business owner, schedule a confidential consultation with Michael Shea, Business Broker and CEPA, to start your exit planning journey. The sooner you prepare, the more options you’ll have when it’s time to sell.
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Tampa Business Owners: Why Selling Now May Be Your Best Opportunity
If you’ve been thinking about selling your business in Tampa Bay, now may be the time to act. On a recent episode of his podcast, Tampa Business Broker Michael Shea shared insights on today’s seller’s market — and why waiting too long could mean leaving money on the table. The Current Seller’s Market in […]
Why Tampa Business Owners Should Meet with a Business Broker and CEPA Every Year
Owning a business in Tampa Bay isn’t just about keeping the doors open and customers happy — it’s about building long-term value. For many owners, their business is their largest asset, yet they rarely check in on its market value until they’re ready to sell. That’s a mistake. Just like you meet with your CPA […]
Asset Sale vs. Stock Sale — What Tampa Business Owners Need to Know About Capital Gains Tax
When selling a business in Tampa or anywhere in Florida, one of the most important decisions is whether the transaction will be an asset sale or a stock sale. The choice impacts not only the buyer and seller’s legal responsibilities but also how much you’ll owe in capital gains taxes. As Tampa’s leading business broker, […]
The Great Readiness Gap
The provided clip , “25SOOR-Generational-FINAL 1.pdf,” is the Exit Planning Institute’s (EPI) 2025 State of Owner Readiness (SOOR) Generational Report. This report analyzes business owners’ preparedness for their eventual exit, comparing generational differences in exit planning approaches. It updates data from the 2023 National SOOR Report, focusing on how Baby Boomers, Generation X, and Millennials perceive and engage with exit […]