How Long Does it Take to Get Your Assisted Living Facility License? assisted living licensing process assisted living startup business plan checklist facility inspection facility license timeline licensing approval licensing requirements state regulations Jun 25, 2025

Starting an assisted living facility is a huge step, but one of the biggest questions that often pops up is: how long does it actually take to get your license? The process can vary, but with the right steps, you can stay on track and hit your milestones.

Let’s break it down! ⏳

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When Will My Assisted Living Business Be Profitable? assisted living business assisted living financial model assisted living investment assisted living occupancy assisted living startup costs break even in assisted living buying vs building assisted living how long to profit in assisted living Jun 24, 2025

Your Step-by-Step Guide to Knowing What to Expect—and How to Speed Things Up

One of the most common questions I get from future assisted living owners is:
“How long will it take before I actually make a profit?”

And it’s a great question—because understanding your timeline helps you plan better, b...

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How to Buy an Assisted Living Facility (Even If You’ve Never Done It Before) assisted living business assisted living facility business plan template buying assisted living facility financing for assisted living how to buy an assisted living business real estate for assisted living sba loans Jun 23, 2025

Starting your own assisted living facility can seem intimidating, especially if you’ve never done it before. But the good news? With the right steps, resources, and guidance, you can make it happen—one step at a time.

Whether you're ready to dive in or just exploring the idea, this guide will help ...

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How to Get Approved for Medicaid in Assisted Living (Step-by-Step) assisted living licensing assisted living medicaid certification back billing medicaid colorado medicaid assisted living how to get medicaid approved idaho medicaid waiver medicaid application process medicaid for assisted living starting an assisted living facility Jun 20, 2025

Want to accept Medicaid in your assisted living home? You’re not alone. Medicaid can open your doors to more residents and steady income. But the process isn’t always easy. In fact, it can be a bit of a mess.

Good news? I’ve been through it. I figured it out. And now, I'm breaking it down for you.

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Different Types of Care Homes assisted living assisted living licensing business plan checklist care home business financial planning sober living sober living home requirements starting a care home Jun 19, 2025

Starting a care home can be an exciting business venture, but it’s important to understand the different types of care homes available. Two common types you’ll hear about are sober living and assisted living homes. Both serve unique needs, and understanding the differences will help you determine wh...

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Fire Suppression in Assisted Living: What You Need to Know assisted living building safety assisted living fire code assisted living fire prevention assisted living fire safety assisted living safety fire extinguishers fire marshals fire protection in assisted living fire safety compliance fire safety regulations fire suppression fire suppression systems fire system installation life safety code nfpa 13 nfpa 13r residential fire suppression Jun 18, 2025

Starting an assisted living facility? One of the most important safety measures you’ll need to take care of is fire suppression. Whether you’re dealing with small fires or larger emergencies, having the right fire safety systems in place is crucial. Let's break it down. 🔥

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The 5 Biggest Expenses in Assisted Living (And How to Budget for Them) assisted living budgeting assisted living business expenses assisted living food budget assisted living insurance requirements assisted living utilities cost of staffing in assisted living how to plan assisted living expenses per resident per day food cost residential care home costs Jun 17, 2025

Starting an assisted living facility? You need to know where your money's going.

Before you start pricing furniture or shopping scrubs for your staff, you’ve got to understand your biggest monthly costs — the ones that will eat up 75–80% of your budget.

If you get these right, everything else beco...

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How to Buy an Existing Assisted Living Facility (Step-by-Step) assisted living business plan assisted living change of ownership assisted living facility purchase buy an assisted living facility buy vs build assisted living closing process assisted living due diligence assisted living license for assisted living facility sba loan assisted living Jun 16, 2025

Buying an existing assisted living facility can be one of the fastest ways to enter the industry.

It saves you time. It lowers your risk. And it can start cash flowing from day one.

But if you’ve never done it before, the process can feel confusing and overwhelming. That’s why I’m breaking it all ...

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Introducing the Assisted Living Accelerator: Your 12-Week Path to Ownership assisted living accelerator assisted living business plan assisted living course assisted living mentorship assisted living operations sba loan assisted living start assisted living facility Jun 13, 2025

Starting an assisted living business doesn’t have to be overwhelming. That’s why I created the Assisted Living Accelerator, a step-by-step course designed to help you launch your facility in just 12 weeks.

If you're looking for a clear roadmap, hands-on tools, and expert coaching, you're in the rig...

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How to Start an Assisted Living Business with a Partner assisted living business setup assisted living coaching assisted living financial planning assisted living partnership guaranteed payments how to start an assisted living business with a partner partner distributions Jun 12, 2025

Thinking about starting an assisted living business with a partner? 🤝
Good idea! Teaming up can help you move faster, split responsibilities, and grow bigger — together.

But you need to know how to set it up the right way.
If you skip a few steps early on, it can lead to big problems later (trust m...

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How to Launch Your Assisted Living Business in 5 Simple Steps assisted living business plan assisted living license assisted living startup how to start an assisted living business private pay assisted living residential assisted living sba loan assisted living senior care business Jun 11, 2025

Ready to start your residential assisted living business but don’t know where to begin? You're not alone. The truth is, most people make this harder than it needs to be. Let’s walk through the 5 simple (but essential) steps to launch your assisted living business—with clarity, confidence, and a prov...

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The Assisted Living Investing Mastermind: Unlock Your Path to Success assisted living investing mastermind assisted living resources business launchpad for assisted living business plan checklist coaching for assisted living financial underwriting grants for assisted living start an assisted living business Jun 10, 2025

Starting an assisted living business is a rewarding journey, but it can also be overwhelming. The good news? You don’t have to do it alone! The Assisted Living Investing Mastermind program is designed to guide you every step of the way, from launching your facility to achieving time and financial fr...

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