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12 Things That Separate Successful Business Sales From Failed Ones in Tampa

March 26, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

In the Tampa Bay market, the distance between a “Sold” sign and a “Withdrawn” listing isn’t just luck—it’s strategy. While Florida’s economy is booming, nearly 70% to 80% of businesses put on the market nationally fail to sell. Why do some owners in Hillsborough and Pinellas counties walk away with life-changing checks while others are […]

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You Won’t Believe These 9 Reasons Tampa Business Deals Fall Apart

March 26, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

You’ve found a buyer, agreed on a price, and signed a Letter of Intent (LOI). You’re measuring the drapes for your retirement home in Sarasota. Then, suddenly, the deal collapses. In the world of Tampa business brokerage, we call this “deal death,” and it’s more common than you think. Here are the 9 surprising—and often […]

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7 Ways EBITDA Can Mislead Tampa Business Owners”

March 26, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

A buyer will “normalize” your EBITDA by replacing your salary with a market-rate manager’s salary. This adjustment can swing your valuation by hundreds of thousands of dollars.

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9 Ways to Increase the Value of Your Tampa Business Before You Sell

March 26, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

In Tampa, branding matters. A buyer’s first impression often happens on Google or while driving past your storefront.

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12 Red Flags That Can Kill a Business Sale in Tampa Bay

March 26, 2026 by Michael Shea PA

The sale process is grueling. If a seller becomes defensive during questioning or takes “due diligence” personally, buyers often walk away simply because the seller is too difficult to work with.

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