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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Before You Talk About Cost, You Need the Right Starting ...

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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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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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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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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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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 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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🚨 Shutdowns, Staffing & Seniors: Is Assisted Living in Trouble?

Are government shutdowns going to hurt assisted living? Short answer: not right away. But there are things you should watch and ways to get ready.đź’ˇ

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💰 No Immediate Funding Cut — But Expect Slowdowns

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Funding Success Made Simple: How to Secure the Money You Need for Your Assisted Living Business assisted living business assisted living funding assisted living investing assisted living market research business plan for assisted living funding for assisted living ral residential assisted living underwriting assisted living Oct 31, 2025

Starting an assisted living business is exciting—but getting funding can feel overwhelming. Where do you start? How do you guarantee success in securing the money you need?

Good news—you don’t have to figure it out alone. With the right steps, a solid foundation, and the right relationships, you ca...

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How ONE Key Person Can Help You Build Your Assisted Living Business assisted living business assisted living financing assisted living funding assisted living network assisted living startup funding for assisted living lending broker ral residential assisted living Oct 29, 2025

Starting an assisted living business can feel exciting—but also overwhelming. Where do you start? How do you get funding? Who can help you make it happen?

Good news—you don’t have to figure it out alone! This guide breaks down the key person you need in your network to help secure funding for your ...

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Funding Made Simple: How to Overcome Money Challenges in Assisted Living assisted living financing assisted living funding assisted living startup costs business plan for assisted living how to fund assisted living how to get sba loan for assisted living underwriting assisted living Oct 27, 2025

Starting an assisted living business is exciting — but money can feel like the biggest roadblock. 💸
How do you fund your facility? What do lenders want to see? And how do you stay confident when they say “no”?

Good news: You can get the funding you need — and this guide will show you how. These fou...

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