Does House Size Matter for Assisted Living? Here’s What REALLY Matters assisted living home size assisted living investing assisted living market analysis residential assisted living layout room count assisted living starting assisted living business underwriting assisted living Dec 15, 2025

A lot of people ask me if a 3,000–3,300 sq ft home is “good” for assisted living. I get why—it feels like the size of the house should be the biggest factor. But the truth is, size alone doesn’t tell you much. In this post, I’ll walk you through what actually matters so you can make a confident deci...

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What Are The 5 Phases To Launch Your FIRST Assisted Living Business assisted living business assisted living business plan assisted living funding assisted living licensing assisted living startup steps choosing an assisted living property focus framework start an assisted living facility strategic assisted living launch Dec 12, 2025

Today I’m going to walk you through the five phases you need to launch your first assisted living business. I’ve used this same plan with new owners who went from idea to open. Want the full breakdown? Watch the video below.

Build your foundation first

You must start by building a strong founda...

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How Much Money Do You Need To Start an Assisted Living Business? assisted living business expenses assisted living business plan assisted living investing assisted living operating costs assisted living renovation costs assisted living startup budget assisted living startup costs buying an assisted living facility cost to start assisted living facility how much money to start assisted living rental arbitrage assisted living sba loan assisted living start an assisted living business wife expenses assisted living Dec 05, 2025

Starting an assisted living business can feel like a big step, and the first question most people ask is, “How much will this cost me?” I’ve been down this path myself, and today I’ll walk you through the four main ways people get started. By the end, you’ll have a clear sense of which option might ...

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What’s the Secret to Launching Your Assisted Living Business with Confidence? assisted living business plan assisted living business startup assisted living calculator assisted living entrepreneurs assisted living mentorship assisted living roadmap assisted living training how to start an assisted living facility profitable assisted living Nov 28, 2025

Have you ever noticed how some assisted living homes feel calm, connected, and joyful—while others feel tense or disconnected? The difference usually comes down to one thing: culture.

When you’re intentional about the values your team lives by, your home runs smoother and your staff stays longer

W...

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Can a 3-Bed Care Home Actually Be Profitable? 3-bed care home assisted living business assisted living financing assisted living startup living caregiver model owner-occupied loan residential assisted living small care home profitability Nov 26, 2025

Let’s talk about a question I get all the time:

👉 “Can a small 2–3 bed care home really be profitable?”

The short answer: Yes...

But you need the right setup, strategy, and mindset — because while a small home can work, it’s not the best fit for everyone.

Check out this video, too: 

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How to Start an Assisted Living Business from Scratch assisted living business assisted living funding assisted living licensing assisted living regulations assisted living roadmap assisted living startup how to start an assisted living home residential assisted living start an assisted living facility Nov 24, 2025

Starting an assisted living business can feel overwhelming — especially if you have no idea where to start. 🏠

You might be asking yourself:

  • Where do I begin?

  • How do I find funding?

  • What about licensing?

Good news — you’re not alone! In this guide, I’ll walk you through the five-...

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How to Build an Amazing Veteran-Focused Care Home assisted living for veterans trauma-informed care va benefits assisted living veteran care coordination veteran care home veteran community care veteran health care veteran wellness programs veteran-focused assisted living Nov 21, 2025

Starting a care home for veterans is incredibly rewarding—but it’s also different than running a typical assisted living facility. Veterans are a unique population with distinct needs, benefits, and expectations. If you want to create a veteran-focused care home that stands out, here’s everything yo...

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The Administrator: Your Assisted Living Home’s Secret Superpower assisted living administrator assisted living business assisted living compliance assisted living operations assisted living staffing hipaa assisted living hiring assisted living admin ral administrator residential assisted living Nov 19, 2025

Running an assisted living home is about care, love, and systems that work. But one person ties it all together: the administrator. They are the real backbone of your assisted living facility.

This guide shows what an administrator does, why they matter, and how to set them up to be successful. Let...

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