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What Is the Best Time to Sell a Restaurant in Florida?

August 16, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

The valuation guide explains that restaurant valuation isn’t determined by sales volume alone—it is primarily about the cash an owner can extract from operations.

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Property Management M&A in 2026: Why Smart Owners Are Preparing for the Next Wave of Consolidation

July 30, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

Improved lending conditions and normalized interest rates have increased the availability of acquisition financing. Buyers who were sitting on the sidelines in 2023 and 2024 are actively pursuing opportunities today.

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What’s Actually Selling? The Business Categories Dominating Today’s Market

July 23, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

When pursuing businesses in high-demand industries such as restaurants, automotive, construction, or healthcare, expect competition. Well-run businesses with clean financials and reasonable pricing often generate significant buyer interest.

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How to Sell a Short-Term Rental & Vacation Rental Management Company in Florida

July 23, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

Buyers frequently hold back 15% to 40% of the purchase price for 6 to 12 months. This holdback is tied to homeowner retention milestones, ensuring that contracts transfer successfully during the ownership transition.

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7 Costly Mistakes Tampa Business Owners Make When Selling

April 14, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

SOPs are the “owner’s manual” for your business. Relying on “tribal knowledge” (employees just knowing what to do) makes a buyer nervous. Having a digital library of SOPs ensures the business can survive employee turnover, which represents predictability—and predictability earns higher multiples.

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