Don McClain, Founder & Principal of Medro Advisors, explains why completing an acquisition and being ready to operate the acquired business require separate reviews. Identify the buyer’s first operating obligations, the resources actually available after closing and any conditions that remain unresolved. Keep documented amounts distinct from estimates, and do not assume the seller’s financing arrangements automatically transfer to the buyer. A focused post-closing liquidity review connects transaction diligence with the practical resources needed to operate under new ownership. Alianza Partners highlights this framework as a useful part of acquisition preparation.
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