The Assisted Living Investing Podcast

In this episode of the Assisted Living Investing Podcast, host Brandon Gustafson shares insights on various insurance options relevant to assisted living businesses. Brandon covers the distinctions between Medicare, Medicaid, and long-term care insurance. He also explains the funding processes, application protocols, and the potential for creating a successful assistedmliving business. Special att...

We delve into the various levels of care in assisted living facilities, discussing their significance and how they affect both residents and operators. The topic covers the range of three to five levels of care, depending on facility structure, and how these assessments help set appropriate rates and identify staffing needs. Brandon will discuss each level, from minimal supervision to extensi...

We're diving deep into the differences between licensed and unlicensed facilities. Understanding these distinctions is crucial for anyone considering entering the assisted living industry. Watch to learn which type might be best suited for your needs and business goals. 00:00:40:49 - Introduction to the topic 00:00:56:58 - Licensed Facilities Overview 00:01:15:48 - What is a Licensed Facility? 00:...

In this podcaast, we explore how to secure over a million dollars in funding to launch an assisted living business. Brandon, who owns two assisted living facilities, shares his experience in obtaining over $1.5 million in SBA funding through strategic business planning and underwriting. Key steps include crafting a solid business plan, performing thorough underwriting, appraising the property and...

In this episode of the Assisted Living Investing Podcast, Brandon guides listeners through the three primary paths to starting an assisted living business: buying an existing business, buying and converting a home, and leasing a property. Additionally, he touches on a fourth option, building a facility from the ground up. The episode covers important considerations like licensing processes, zoning...

In this episode of the Assisted Living Investing Podcast, host Brandon Gustafson walks beginners through the essential steps after being certified as a Medicaid provider for an assisted living business. Brandon discusses the certification process, including dealing with the governing Medicaid body in your state, filling out necessary forms, obtaining a certificate of insurance, and setting up bank...

In this episode of the Assisted Living Investing Podcast, host Brandon Gustafson discusses the importance of offering benefits to caregivers within a residential assisted living business. Brandon explores various benefits such as PTO, health insurance, 401k plans, mileage reimbursement, and bonuses, explaining how these can enhance employee loyalty and retention. He explains the practical aspects...

In this episode, we'll also dive into the different types of licenses available in assisted living and how they can impact your business. 00:00:00 Introduction to the Podcast 00:00:18 Welcome and Focus of the Episode 00:00:56 Brandon's Background 00:02:05 Listener Engagement 00:02:29 Types of Assisted Living Licenses: Basic Assisted Living License Limited Assisted Living License Enhanced Assisted...

Welcome to the first episode of the Assisted Living Investing Podcast! I'm your host, Brandon Gustafson, and I am thrilled to embark on this journey with you. In this introductory episode, I’ll share my background, the mission behind this podcast, and the five key pillars to launching your own assisted living business within the next year. Timestamps: 00:00:00 - 00:00:21 – Welcome and Introduction...