01 Automotive Working-Capital Plan

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A structured modeling approach to build a loan-ready working-capital plan and use-of-funds logic that strengthened lender confidence and supported dealership growth.

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Our Approach

We followed a rigorous, step-by-step process to develop a lender-ready model and use-of-funds plan tailored to the dealership's growth objectives.

01 Assess & Align

Aligned on growth goals, financing needs, and lender requirements to set the right modeling parameters.

02 Data & Assumptions

Gathered historical data and key assumptions across sales, inventory, funding, and operating metrics.

03 Model Build

Built an integrated financial model linking P&L, balance sheet, cash flow, and working capital schedules.

04 Use-of-Funds Logic

Developed detailed use-of-funds allocation tied to inventory expansion and operational requirements.

05 Validate & Refine

Stress-tested the model, validated lender metrics, and refined outputs to ensure lender readiness.

Key Methodological Frameworks

Our modeling frameworks ensured accuracy, transparency, and a clear link between funding and business performance.

Integrated Financial Model

Connected P&L, balance sheet, and cash flow to capture the full financial impact of growth plans.

Working Capital Planning

Modeled inventory purchases, payables, receivables, and cash conversion cycle to optimize working capital.

Use-of-Funds Framework

Mapped funding deployment to inventory, floorplan, and operational needs with clear rationale.

Lender Metrics Validation

Monitored key lender metrics including DSCR, leverage, liquidity, and working capital ratios.

Model & Analysis Highlights

Key deliverables that strengthened lender confidence and supported growth funding.

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Working Capital Facility secured to support inventory expansion.
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Projected Inventory Turnover for efficient inventory management.
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DSCR Year 1 indicating strong debt service coverage.
Improved Liquidity
Stronger working capital position and cash flow visibility.
Lender Confidence
Delivered a transparent, data-backed model ready for lender review.

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