On-Cycle Modeling Questions

Doing different model tests / case studies and running into different ways of doing things. Would be super helpful if someone could clarify:

  1. In Uses, Peak Frameworks uses "Entry Equity Value" + "Refinancing Net Debt." Other models I see use "Purchase Price" + "Existing Debt." What numbers should I be using in the Uses table?
  2. In the Goodwill calculation, does Book Value of Equity include Existing Goodwill? I've seen some models subtract Existing Goodwill from BVoE, but some models keep it in there.
  3. How can I calculate IRR attribution?

Thanks so much in advance!

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