February 2026 Newsletter

This February, fall in love with clarity.

We’ve put together something special for you this month—resources that answer the questions we hear most from operators like you.

✨ How do I know if a property will actually work?
(Feb 5 webinar has you covered)

✨ What’s my RAL business really worth?
(Isabelle breaks it down in our new podcast)

✨ Why does my gut say small homes are better?
(Forbes research confirms you’re right)

✨ What’s the complete system to go from property to open doors?
(March Fast Track reveals all)

We’re genuinely excited about what we’ve lined up for you.

Each piece builds on the last—designed to give you confidence in your decisions and excitement about what you’re building.

Because at the end of the day, this isn’t just about real estate or business.

It’s about creating homes where seniors thrive, caregivers love their work, and families find peace of mind.

More details below 👇


FEB 5 @ 4pm PT / 5pm MT / 6pm CT / 7pm ET


The RAL Property Test: Is Your Home a Fit for Residential Assisted Living?

Worried you’ll sink months and thousands of dollars into the wrong property before realizing it won’t work for RAL?

You’re not alone.

One of the most expensive mistakes new operators make is falling in love with a home…

…only to discover zoning issues, layout problems, or renovation costs that kill the deal after they’ve already committed.

Thankfully, on February 5th, we’re showing you how to evaluate ANY property in under an hour… before you waste time or money.

We’re sharing the exact framework our most successful operators use to quickly identify winners and walk away from disasters.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

✅ The non-negotiable requirements every RAL home must meet
✅ Layout red flags that cause licensing nightmares
✅ Bedroom, bathroom, and square footage math that actually matters
✅ One story vs two story: when accessibility kills your deal
✅ Zoning traps that blindside first-time operators
✅ Which renovations are worth it—and which ones drain your budget

By the end of this session, you’ll have a checklist you can use on any property to know within minutes whether it’s RAL-ready or a money pit.

If you already own a home or you’re actively searching, this webinar will save you from the #1 mistake that costs operators 6+ months of wasted effort.


MARCH 12-15 @ Phoenix, AZ


RAL 3-Day Fast Track in Phoenix
The Complete System to Launch Your RAL Home ($1,000 OFF below)

Most people stall between “I’m interested in RAL” and “I have an operating home.”

They get paralyzed by licensing, financing, staffing, regulations, and the hundred other details that stand between idea and reality.

Thankfully, our March Fast Track is where you learn the complete system to take you from beginner to ready-to-launch.

We’re sharing the exact step-by-step process our students use to open homes in some of the most regulated states in the country—many while working full-time jobs.

Over 3 intensive days in Phoenix, you’ll get:

✅ Virtual tours of actual operating RAL homes
✅ The complete licensing and regulatory roadmap
✅ Face-to-face access to current owners and operators
✅ Staffing, operations, and filling your home with residents
✅ Real case studies and financial breakdowns from live homes
✅ Financing strategies (including how to raise capital without using your own money)

This is the FASTEST way to compress months of trial-and-error into 3 days of proven systems.

Whether you’re evaluating your first property or already own one, the March Fast Track gives you the complete framework to move forward with confidence.

And RIGHT NOW we’re offering a $1,000 OFF your ticket when you use the code “NEWSLETTER” at checkout!

Seats are limited! March 12-15 fills fast.


What is an RAL Business Worth?
The Valuation Formula Brokers Don’t Want You to Know

Thinking about buying an existing RAL home?

Here’s the problem:

Most brokers have NO idea how to value these businesses correctly.

They’ll throw out numbers like “$200K per bed” or “5x gross revenue” or some made-up multiple that sounds impressive—but has zero mathematical basis.

And if you believe them, you’ll overpay by hundreds of thousands of dollars.

In this episode, Isabelle Guarino breaks down the REAL valuation formula in this episode—the one that serious buyers and sellers actually use to close deals.

Here’s what you’ll learn:

✅ Why “price per bed” valuations are complete BS (and who’s trying to sell you this lie)
✅ The minimum cap rate you should accept (hint: it’s 12%—anything less is a bad deal)
✅ How to calculate EBITDA and why it’s the ONLY number that matters for business value
✅ The 2-5x multiple range—and how to know if you’re getting the seller or buyer end
✅ Why an empty home is worth ZERO as a business (even if the real estate is worth $1M)
✅ The #1 reason owners sell profitable homes (it’s not money—and knowing this gets you better deals)

Bottom line: without residents, there’s no business to buy. Just an expensive house.

But WITH a full home, solid history, and loyal staff?

You’re looking at a cash-flowing asset that could pay you for the next 20-30 years.

Whether you’re buying your first home or selling one you’ve built, this episode gives you the exact framework to avoid getting screwed on valuation.

Because in this industry, doing good and doing well means knowing your numbers—and not letting someone make them up for you.


The Forbes Data That’s Flipping Senior Care Upside Down

Wall Street keeps building bigger facilities…

Families keep choosing smaller homes…

And new Forbes research just revealed why—with numbers that will shock you.

🔍 One profitability metric that makes small homes 3-4x more profitable than traditional properties
🔍 A caregiver retention secret that cuts turnover by 60% (without raising wages)
🔍 The “economics of intimacy” formula disrupting billion-dollar operators
🔍 Why developers are building the wrong kind of beds for 2029’s demand

The real kicker?

Small RAL homes have a hidden advantage that institutional facilities mathematically cannot replicate… no matter how much they spend.

It’s why families drive 90 minutes past big-box facilities to tour 10-bed homes in rural Indiana.

If your gut says “small is better,” this research proves you’re right.