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Thomas Kelsey

Owner, Transworld Business Advisors of Fayetteville
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Transworld Business Advisors is the world leader in business sales with over 10,000 businesses sold in 40 years, with a higher market share than any other business brokerage firm in the world. My mission is to bring Transworld's

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Business Growth
Apr 29, 2022

How Quickly Can I (or Should I) Sell My Business?

In a perfect world, every entrepreneur would have ample time to prepare their business for sale. It’s a long, often complex process that demands much attention. After all, there are many factors to consider: Why am I selling? Is the market ideal

Business Growth
Jan 31, 2022

Pros and Cons of Selling your Business Without a Broker

 Are you ready to sell your business, but still on the fence about using a broker? You’re not alone. Many business owners, especially first-time sellers, feel compelled to DIY the process, thinking it will save them time and money. Selling your

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Aug 20, 2021

Military transition planning to business ownership

In modern times, military members have numerous resources when they start transitioning out of the military. A large number of those resources focus on business ownership. I have experienced firsthand that most of those resources are limited until yo

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