Episode 135: Isabelle Guarino

Residential assisted living homes have proven to be a profitable and sustainable investment opportunity for real estate investors. With rising demand, low competition, and high-profit margins, investing in residential assisted living has become attractive, especially in today's market.    The COVID-19 pandemic has further highlighted the importance of senior care services, making residential assisted living an essential industry with long-term growth potential. Residential assisted living is a type of senior housing that provides a homelike setting for seniors who need assistance with daily living activities.    Join this conversation with Isabelle Guarino-Smith, the COO of Residential Assisted Living Academy, a former flight attendant, and a graduate of Arizona State University. She has been recognized as a leading influencer in the senior housing industry and has won several awards, including the Future Leaders of Assisted Living award in 2020.    In this episode, Isabelle shares her transition from flight attendant to senior housing expert and her business's challenges during the Covid-19 pandemic. She also discusses the current residential assisted living market state and how it impacts her real estate investing business.   Highlights from the Interview Isabelle's backstory and how she got into residential assisted living  Why she is passionate about real estate The best-fit person to do real estate in residential assisted living How she bounced back in the business after covid-19 hit How the current market and interest rates are affecting residential assistant living Great risks you should know about investing in residential assisted living Isabelle's next training and how you can join What it costs to start this business model