Polk County, FL | Facilitated by Michael Shea, Transworld Business Advisors The Challenge After 15 years in operation, the owner of a Polk County vending machine business was ready to sell. The problem? Like many cash-heavy businesses, the company had poor books. The seller hadn’t kept formal financials—just hand-written logs and vague sales estimates. For […]
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Case Study Pizza Parlor Sold By Tampa Business Broker Michael Shea
Overview On July 31, 2025, a franchise pizza parlor located in Brandon, Florida, was successfully sold to an experienced operator in the restaurant industry. The transaction was facilitated by Michael Shea, a seasoned business broker with Transworld Business Advisors, and the acquisition was financed through a Small Business Administration (SBA) loan. This case study examines […]
How to Evaluate Buyers and Value Your Business — Without Losing Your Shirt
By Michael Shea | Transworld Business Advisors of Tampa Thinking about selling your business? That’s a big step — one that most owners only make once in their lives. Whether you’re looking toward retirement, chasing a new opportunity, or just ready to do something different, the process of selling takes more than just listing a […]
Why Some Business Deals Fall Apart — And How to Avoid It
And while the deal is in motion, sellers can’t take their foot off the gas. I’ve watched businesses lose momentum during due diligence because the owner got distracted. Revenue dips, the buyer gets cold feet, and just like that, we’re back to square one.
How a 28-Day Billing Cycle and Biweekly Payroll Can Supercharge Your Cash Flow
Simple operational tweaks—like switching to a 28-day billing cycle and biweekly payroll—can have outsized impact. They don’t require new clients, new marketing, or new hires. Just better structure.