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The "Burg" is Booming. Is It Time for Your Exit? If you have walked down Central Avenue lately or tried to get a table on Beach Drive on a Tuesday night, you already know the truth. St. Petersburg is no longer just Tampa’s sleepy neighbor across the bridge. It has evolved into a powerhouse economy of its own. For business owners in Pinellas County, this transformation brings a unique set of opportunities and challenges. The influx of new residents from the Northeast and Midwe

The decision to sell rarely arrives suddenly. Most Tampa Bay business owners who contact TAMBAY have been weighing the possibility for months, sometimes years, before picking up the phone. Understanding what drives that decision, and whether your business is genuinely ready, separates sellers who maximize value from those who leave money behind. Why Owners Decide to Sell Retirement tops the list.  Baby Boomer owners across Tampa Bay are reaching retirement age after building

The Complete Guide to Selling a Business in Tampa Bay: 2026 Edition Selling your business may be the most significant financial decision you'll ever face. For most Tampa Bay business owners, this will be their one and only time navigating an M&A transaction, which is precisely why expert guidance makes all the difference. I'm Tom Brubaker, founder of TAMBAY Mergers & Acquisitions and a state-certified general appraiser with more than 30 years of experience in the Tampa Bay m

Commercial lease structures shape profitability, cash flow, and ownership duties. They define how costs are shared between landlords and tenants. In commercial real estate, two common options are triple net leases and gross leases. Each offers different levels of control, expense responsibility, and return potential. Understanding these differences helps investors, property owners, and business brokers make informed decisions. Choosing between triple net and gross leases in c