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Add‑Ons Still Dominate—But a Surprising Shift Emerges in 2025

January 22, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

  For years, sponsor add‑on acquisitions have been the workhorse of Florida’s deal market. That trend continued in 1H‑2025, with add‑ons comprising about 55% of total sponsor deals. But beneath the surface, a subtle shift is emerging. Add‑Ons vs. Control Deals When isolating control investments, add‑ons accounted for approximately 72%, a slight decrease from previous […]

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Why Accurately Reporting Cash Matters for Your Small Business (Especially if You Plan to Sell)

January 21, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

Yes — paying taxes isn’t fun. But failing to report cash can create serious legal, financial, and valuation problems. Buyers factor in risk, and businesses with questionable cash reporting are seen as high risk because of potential tax liabilities, audit concerns, or even fraud issues.

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How to Fund Your Business Using ROBS—A Guide for Entrepreneurs

January 20, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

The ROBS process sounds complex at first, but here’s a simplified breakdown:

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Growing Your Business So it is sellable…you get great performance at the same time.

January 20, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

Whether you want to scale to the next level or step away entirely, the preparation is the same. Don’t wait for a “life curveball” to start thinking about your exit. Build a business that is built to sell, and you’ll find you’ve built a much better business to own in the process.

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Florida Liqour Licenses: What you need to know

January 20, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

The Three Main License Categories The cost and availability of a Florida liquor license depend primarily on what you want to sell and where you are located. 1. Beer and Wine Only (2COP & 2APS) 2COP: Allows for the sale of beer and wine for consumption on-premises or in sealed containers for off-premises use. These […]

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