Expert Business Valuation in Safety Harbor
Finding the right price for your company is where we start. We use local market data and Safety Harbor growth trends to find a fair value. This helps you get every dollar you deserve. It also keeps buyers focused on the deal.
We look at your SDE (Seller’s Discretionary Earnings) to show the true profit of your hard work.
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Feature |
Asset Sale |
Stock Sale |
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What is sold |
Specific items like gear or client lists |
The entire legal entity |
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Seller Taxes |
Often higher due to “recapture” |
Often lower capital gains rates |
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Buyer Risk |
Lower because they pick what they buy |
Higher because they take on old debts |
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Local Note |
Common for small shops on Main Street |
Common for large M&A deals |
To get the best result, we look at your last three to five years of tax returns and profit statements. Pinellas County is growing fast, and that growth can help raise the price of your business. We explain how local trends affect your “multiple.” A clean set of books makes the sale much faster.
Strategic M&A and Seller Representation
Selling a business takes a solid plan. It is more than just putting up a web post. We find buyers with real money and handle the paperwork from start to finish.
We keep your sale a secret. This makes certain your staff and rivals do not find out until the deal is done.
We create a “Confidential Information Memorandum” (CIM). This tells your story without giving away your name too early. We check every buyer to see if they have the cash to close.
In Florida, the “due diligence” phase usually takes about 60 to 90 days. We manage this part so you can keep running your business.
Our proximity to Tampa and Clearwater brings in many buyers who want to own a piece of the Safety Harbor lifestyle.
Serving You!Serving the Safety Harbor Business Community
Safety Harbor is a special place for retail, health care, and professional firms. Whether you are in the Phillippe Pointe area or the downtown district, we know your neighborhood. We offer the local touch that big national brands just cannot provide. We understand the local rules for a Business Tax Receipt and how our local economy works.
Why We Love Serving Safety Harbor
Our town has a vibe you will not find in Tampa. From the quiet shade of the oaks in Philippe Park to the energy of Third Friday on Main Street, we are proud to be here. We help local owners from Harbour Pointe to the Old Tampa Bay waterfront find their next chapter.
Even during the peak of our humid Florida summers, we stay focused on closing your deal. We are part of the local fabric, just like the Safety Harbor Resort and Spa.
Business Broker in Tampa BayFAQs
Most small to mid-sized businesses sell for 3 to 6 times their annual earnings (SDE). The exact number depends on your industry and how clean your records are.
While you can sell on your own, it is hard. Florida has a 6% sales tax on tangible assets that must be handled right. A broker handles the legal steps and finds more buyers.
We use a “Blind Profile.” This describes your business without naming it. Buyers must sign a legal NDA before they see your name or your books.
The average sale takes between 6 and 9 months. This includes finding a buyer, checking their funds, and finishing the legal paperwork.
Florida has no state personal income tax. This is great for sellers. However, you still have to plan for federal taxes and local corporate rules. We suggest talking to a local tax pro early on.
Start Your Exit Strategy Today
Selling your business is the biggest financial move you will ever make. Do not leave it to chance. Lonnie Veasley combines deep local knowledge with a professional plan to get your deal closed. We know the Safety Harbor market better than anyone.
From the first valuation to the final handshake, we are in your corner.
Contact Lonnie Veasley today to see what your business is worth in today’s market.