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Stock Purchase or Asset Purchase...Why not both? That's what you get with a 336E election.

In this episode of the Pharmacy Ownership Podcast Ollin Sykes, CPA, CMA, CITP breaks down IRS Code Section 336E, one of the most powerful yet least understood tools in pharmacy acquisitions.

We cover:

• What a 336E election actually is
• The key advantage for buyers
• Preserving capital gain treatment
• Red flags to watch for

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Buying a second pharmacy can feel like a natural next step but the biggest challenge isn’t finding the opportunity, it’s being prepared when that opportunity shows up.

In this episode of The Pharmacy Ownership Podcast, Austin Murray sits down with Ollin Sykes, CPA, CMA, CITP to break down what pharmacy owners need to consider before expanding and why readiness, not timing, is often the deciding factor in successful growth.

They cover:

- Why most pharmacy acquisition opportunities are unexpected—and how to be ready
- The critical role of up-to-date financials and accounting fundamentals
- Common mistakes that prevent owners from securing financing
- The shift toward regional pharmacy ownership and multi-location strategy
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Podcast - Cash Vs. Accrual Accounting For Pharmacies

Podcast - Independent Pharmacy Accounting Fundamentals

Podcast - Avoiding Expensive Mistakes

Buying or selling a Pharmacy? Contact us

Selling your pharmacy to your PIC can seem like the perfect transition. But when you dig deeper, the structure, financing, and long-term implications can be far more complex than most owners expect.

In this episode of The Pharmacy Ownership Podcast, Austin Murray sits down with Ollin Sykes, CPA, CMA, CITP to break down what it really looks like to sell your pharmacy to a PIC and how these internal transitions compare to outside buyers.

They cover:

• Why selling to a PIC can create more value for both the owner and the community
• The key differences between stock sales and asset sales in internal transactions
• How seller financing and SBA loans impact deal structure
• The importance of working capital and how it can make or break the transition

And more!

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More resources about this topic:

Podcast - Cash Vs. Accrual Accounting For Pharmacies

Podcast - Independent Pharmacy Accounting Fundamentals

Podcast - Avoiding Expensive Mistakes