Brokered by Michael Shea, Transworld Business Advisors of Tampa Bay Overview An iconic, multi-decade bistro in the heart of Orlando recently changed hands in a confidential transaction brokered by Michael Shea of Transworld Business Advisors. The restaurant, a staple in the local dining scene, was sold for $1.1 million with the assistance of an SBA-backed […]
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Modern-Day Snake Oil Salesmen: The Instagram Course Hustle and How to Protect Yourself
They wake up at 6 a.m. and solve real problems. So when I see a 23-year-old “guru” in a rented Lambo preaching financial freedom by selling you a $997 course on how to launch a passive income empire… I get angry.
Young Entrepreneurs, Let’s Get Real About Buying Main Street Businesses
Here’s my game plan: bootstrap and stack. Buy a small service business, grow it, and use the cash flow to buy another. It’s like how private equity folks build empires, but without the fancy suits and corner offices. Focus on industries with low entry barriers—maybe a lawn care company or a niche cleaning service. And don’t sleep on seller training; that six-month runway can save you from face-planting. It’s not sexy, but it’s smart. Slow and steady wins the race, not chasing Instagram pipe dreams.
Buying a Main Street Business Without SBA Funding: 4 Practical Financing Options
When it comes to buying a Main Street business—think local service companies, small retail shops, or owner-operated trades businesses—many buyers assume Small Business Administration (SBA) loans are the only game in town. But that’s not always the case. Some deals simply don’t qualify for SBA funding due to the business’s tax returns, owner involvement, or […]
From Service to CEO: Why Tampa Veterans Are Turning to Business Ownership After MacDill
Veterans are wired for entrepreneurship. The ability to lead, follow systems, adapt under pressure, and push through adversity makes them uniquely suited to owning and running a small business. In fact, according to the U.S. Small Business Administration, veterans are 45% more likely to be self-employed than non-veterans.