Model the whole transaction
The purchase price is only one part of an acquisition funding requirement. Fees, refinancing, working capital and integration costs may also use cash. Start with an illustrative sources-and-uses schedule and reconcile it to the planned completion position.
Connect the operating plan
Bring the acquired business and existing operations into a consistent forecast. Make assumptions about integration costs, cash conversion and any anticipated synergies explicit. Test the effect of delayed benefits rather than assuming every improvement starts on day one.
Prepare for professional review
A scoped engagement can produce a transaction cash model, debt schedule and sensitivities for discussion with your advisers and chosen funders. This is financial modelling support, not legal, tax or credit broking advice. Any financing terms, security and guarantees need appropriate review before a commitment is made.