Does Assisted Living Still Make Money in 2026? The Honest Breakdown No One Talks About assisted living beds revenue assisted living business assisted living demand vs supply assisted living expenses wages assisted living investing assisted living market analysis assisted living profit margins assisted living profitability 2026 does assisted living make money Jan 26, 2026

If you’ve been thinking about assisted living, you’ve probably asked this question out loud or in your head. Does assisted living actually still make money, or is that window already closed? I want to walk you through the honest answer, based on what I see every day in this industry. Want the full b...

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How to Start an Assisted Living Business in 2026 (Step-by-Step Beginner Roadmap) assisted living business plan assisted living business roadmap assisted living funding assisted living licensing assisted living startup guide how to start an assisted living business start assisted living 2026 Jan 23, 2026

If you’re thinking about starting an assisted living business, you’re not alone. I talk to people every week who feel stuck, confused, or overwhelmed by funding, licensing, and where to even begin. In this guide, I’ll walk you through a clear, step-by-step roadmap so you know what to focus on first ...

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How Much Does It REALLY Cost to Start an Assisted Living Facility in 2026? assisted living business plan assisted living business startup assisted living expenses assisted living funding assisted living investment assisted living sba loan assisted living startup costs 2026 cost to start assisted living facility start assisted living home Jan 14, 2026

It’s a new year, and if assisted living is on your mind, you’re not alone!

I get a question all the time: “I love the idea of assisted living, but how much is this really going to cost me?”

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From Remodel to License: How One Student Finally Submitted Her Assisted Living License assisted living business plan assisted living entrepreneur assisted living framework assisted living funding assisted living investing assisted living license assisted living licensing process assisted living renovations assisted living startup certificate of occupancy fire department approval Jan 12, 2026

Starting an assisted living business can feel slow and frustrating, especially when you are waiting on other people to do their part. I want to share a story of one of my students so you can see what this process actually looks like and why staying consistent matters. This is proof that normal peopl...

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Convert a Residential Home Into an Assisted Living Facility: The 5-Step Blueprint assisted living business plan assisted living framework assisted living investing assisted living licensing assisted living property assisted living startup convert home to assisted living residential assisted living start an assisted living facility Jan 05, 2026

Do you own a home and feel like it could work perfectly for assisted living, but you are not sure where to start? I see this all the time, and you are not alone. Let me walk you through a clear, simple path so you know what to do next.

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A lot of people ask me what actually happens inside an assisted living facility. They hear the term, but they are not clear on what services are really provided day to day. Today, I want to walk you through nine core services offered in assisted living so you can clearly understand how assisted livi...

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4 Myths About Assisted Living Investing You Need to Stop Believing assisted living entrepreneur assisted living funding assisted living investing assisted living licensing assisted living marketing assisted living myths assisted living startup fill assisted living beds start an assisted living business Jan 02, 2026

There are a lot of ideas floating around about assisted living that sound true, but actually keep people stuck. I hear these same beliefs over and over from motivated beginners who want to get started but feel unsure. We're going to talk about that in today's blog.

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The Major Difference Between RAL and ALF (And Why It Matters) alf meaning assisted living acronyms assisted living business assisted living facility assisted living license types ral meaning ral vs alf residential assisted living senior living terms Dec 29, 2025

If you’re new to assisted living, the acronyms you come across can feel very overwhelming. I see this all the time, and honestly, it trips up a lot of people before they even get started. Let’s slow down and make this simple so you know what people really mean when they say RAL or ALF.

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Why Most Assisted Living Investors Fail in Year One (and How Not to Be One of Them) assisted living business planning assisted living expenses assisted living licensing delays assisted living mistakes assisted living occupancy assisted living staffing issues assisted living startup challenges assisted living underwriting first year assisted living Dec 26, 2025

Running an assisted living business is hard, especially in the first year. I’ve seen a lot of well-meaning people jump in with big hopes, only to get overwhelmed fast. The good news is most failures come from the same few mistakes, and you can avoid them.

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Unlocking Clarity and Confidence to Launch Your Assisted Living Business assisted living business assisted living business plan assisted living clarity and confidence assisted living entrepreneur assisted living funding assisted living licensing assisted living roadmap assisted living startup plan start an assisted living business Dec 22, 2025

Starting an assisted living business can feel confusing and hard. I see this all the time with first-time owners who want to do this the right way but are not sure where to start. In this post, I want to help you find clarity and confidence so you can move forward with purpose. Want the full breakdo...

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What is the SECRET to Validating an Assisted Living Market Quickly? (The 5% Rule) 5% rule assisted living assisted living market assisted living startup residential assisted living senior care market research senior housing demand validate assisted living demand Dec 19, 2025

I want to show you a simple way to see if a market can support an assisted living home. It’s what I call the 5% ruleTM, and it makes the big numbers small and clear. Want the full breakdown? Watch the video below👇

Use the 5% rule to get a quick demand number

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#1 Challenge for New Assisted Living Investors assisted living funding assisted living investing assisted living licensing assisted living models overwhelmed investors residential assisted living tips start assisted living business Dec 17, 2025

I know starting an assisted living business feels overwhelming. I felt the same way when I began, and I want to walk you through the simple steps that helped me move forward. Want the full breakdown? Watch the video below👇

Start with your why and build a clear vision

Before you touch a house or...

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