As a 70 year old, my wife and I were the caregivers for my 95 year old mother for almost 10 years until she passed away this year. One day as I was researching for a book I am writing to help others in my situation when a video from the RAL academy popped up. Within an hour of watching, I purchased the online course. Three weeks later, I was attending the three day event. I too, was told about the $ 40,000 buy-in for the "Inner Circle" coaching and being a business owner for 40 years, totally understood the value of having access to advisors that were also Residential Assisted Living Providers. I have been a member of the "Inner Circle" for about six months now and attend every event and monthly coaching calls. Currently, I a have submitted an offer on an existing home for what will be an 8 bed home, in for permit for a new construction build for a 12 bed home and working with the Village to develop our 15 acres for nine-16 bed homes. When it is all complete I am looking forward to turning over a $ 50 million dollar company to our adults kids and grandkids so they can turn that into serious money. You people who saw the $ 40,000 investment in yourself as too costly not only undervalued yourself, but made the path wider for my family to provide exceptional care for seniors and create generational wealth in the process. Thanks!!! read more

The RAL Academy Memory Care Training was truly exceptional. The program delivered a wealth of information from some of the most respected leaders in the memory care industry. I am also a proud member of the RAL Inner Circle, which has been instrumental in my journey. Frankly, I cannot imagine launching a residential assisted living business without the ongoing support and expert guidance of the RAL staff and coaches. Where else can someone enter an industry, they knew little about and successfully start a business with just a $40,000 investment? What sets the RAL team apart is that their coaches are actual owners and operators of residential assisted living and memory care homes. They openly share their entire operational structure, including innovative AI-driven software that enhances resident care, simplifies charting, optimizes staff scheduling, and streamlines overall management. Thanks to the RAL team, I now feel confident, prepared, and deeply supported as I build a purpose-driven business. I am truly grateful for their dedication and leadership. read more

I am a investor and residential contractor and I took Gene's RAL class in December of 2017. The class was very detailed and informative. I then encouraged my wife to take the class in March of 2018. Gene not only tells you what to do to be successful but, he also shows you what it should look like on the bus tour to ALS houses in Arizona. I did exactly what he said and took advantage of the business and financial suite tools that he created. In September of 2018 we broke ground on our first state of the art level 6 house with 12 bedroom and 6,600 sf in the house. We are right across the street from a big box facility "Brookdale" and 1 block away from an elementary school as Gene suggested. Our house will be completed in the spring of 2019 ready to receive residents. Thanks to Gene and his RAL Academy team, we are on the path to financial freedom. Our vision is to own 6 houses in several states. I would highly recommend the RAL Academy to anyone that is serious about changing your future. read more

I attended the 3-Day Fast Track Training and it was one of the most valuable and eye-opening programs I've ever been part of. Especially is you are trying to combine Real Estate with a Cash Flowing business. The team at RAL Academy genuinely cares about your success. They don't just teach you concepts, they walk you through real, actionable steps to find, fund, and operate a residential assisted living home. The sessions were clear, practical, and full of insight from people who have actually done it themselves. What really stood out to me was the support and community. These are people that have actually been successful and know what they are talking about. Everyone there wants to see you succeed. I left the training feeling confident, equipped, and inspired to move forward with my own RAL project. If you're serious about creating a meaningful business that makes a difference in people's lives while building financial freedom, this program is absolutely worth it. read more

We attended as a family, looking for a way to diversify from traditional landlording into a family business of owning and running a RALF...and to create a space for US personally in the future when we need it. The event was well-coordinated, the instructors/speakers were uniformly excellent with excellent info (not always the case at some of these things) and the facilities and food were also good, which is a bonus. Touring real, live, operational homes as well as one that was just about to open its doors was truly eye-opening and much more enlightening than just receiving the info in written form or via death by slides. We are jumping into this full-bore, waiting on contract ratification on a home right now. We will elect to purchase the extra hand-holding and materials offered (but not pushed) at the Academy - to "pay for speed" in order to get going quickly and to avoid mis-steps. Highly recommended. read more

This is the best 3 day fast track I ever went. I highly recommend this event for those people that wanted to learn more about setting up and owning an assisted living facility taking care the elderly group and memory care. It's vast of knowledge learning about the homecare . Great value for the price. The coaches are amazing very supportive people teaching you steps by steps until you get your first assisted living facility. I would say invest in the 3 days fast track and it will be worth it. Come join and be a part that can impact and make a difference in the lives of the elderly community ! RAL academy 3 day fast track is the way to go !! I appreciate each and everyone in RAL community and the coaches. Best coach by the way Snawing Alvarado! Amazing support and he will guide you all the way. Thank you Snawing and tysm every one of the coaches !! read more

Gene, Jim, and his RAL Academy team is exceptionally knowledgeable. I was going to open my RAL facilities all by myself with my own personal team but after attending his 3 day workshop in Arizona I was incredibly shocked at how much I did not know and immediately purchased their package for mentorship. You don't know what you don't know in the business until you come talk to Gene experts and his team. It was totally worth it! I had the confidence before but now I have the knowledge to match with this powerful team on my side of the business it will be impossible to fail now or even make those costly business mistakes so many are making which cuts into your cash flow and bottom line! No start up RAL business should begin operations with out Gene's industry experience snd expertise by their side!! Please try not to do this alone. You may regret it. read more

Great program. Gene and his team share a lot of valuable information and are there to help you. I had many conversations through out the week and they were able to answer all my questions. He brings operators in to share their successes and they are there to help make sure you are successful. It has been 6 months since I took the training and the support that Gene Guarino and his team have provided since then has been nothing short of amazing. The process is taking longer than I expected but in my area I have to take the long road and build from the ground up. Not only do they answer the questions you have but they have but together a wealth of resources for experts in most, if not all, of the areas needed to develop one of these homes. Gene is very approachable and is truly cares about your success. read more

This concept is going to be a game-changer and better yet it's. The morally correct thing to do. The numbers are staggering and to have the thoughts of homeless seniors is in palatable. Thank you Gene and you're amazing team for making a positive impact on the lives of thousands if not millions of people. This is an excellent alternative to the facility living offered by many of the nursing homes. Nothing better than keeping our parents in a home which they grew up in rather than a hospital type of environment with pages being sent throughout the building disturbing the residents and nurses running from room to room interrupting sleep and other activities. Keep doing the good work and then you guys say, do good and do well. read more

If there were a playbook for opening and running a successful residential assisted living home; if you could access a network of not just high-achievers but exceptional givers, astute investors, potential partners, and experienced coaches all over the country; if you could be connected to care vendors, technology vendors, designers, lawyers, asset protection professionals, lenders, website developers, insurance providers who are experts in assisted living, etc so that you could fulfill your calling to serve the coming wave of 77 million baby boomers AND net more than $10,000, would you go for it? All those with your hands raised, invest in yourselves with the Residential Assisted Living Academy! read more

I've been attending real estate seminars for a while now, and for the most part they all feel the same--basic information with flashy buzz words followed by a pitch. RALA is different. The folks here know that real estate and this particular industry aren't just about the business or the profit. They know it's about the people. The RALA team is business saavy AND compassionate. They really care about making the most out of the industry while ensuring that their clients and residents receive the best care possible. I don't say this lightly--I'm proud to be a new part of RALA, and I am confident that my future business will be successful thanks to the support and guidance from the RALA team. read more

I attended the 3-Day Fast Track Training with Residential Assisted Living Academy in Arizona and had a really positive experience. The training was packed with helpful information about the assisted living industry, and I appreciated how approachable and supportive the coaches were throughout the event. One of the best parts was meeting other people who were also interested in this space. The conversations, education, and overall environment gave me a lot more clarity and confidence as I continued learning about assisted living. Overall, I'm really glad I attended. It was a valuable experience and helped me better understand what it takes to pursue assisted living ownership. read more

Starting a RAL home is a big big challenge. I am just starting, however, I appreciate the insight and coaching that is provided to Lindsay and I, each and every week through the Inner Circle program. We must stay focused and keep our eye on the prize, and tell ourselves to have patience! However, we are making progress and it feels good. The 3 day event was a good primer but I definitely recommend getting the coaching if you are serious about it. We have met with a few different coaches, and each one brings a different flavor and perspective to your situation, and that great helps! I hope to be posting about a future acquisition or grand opening, in the next 6 months! read more

I have attended the 3 day event and the online course and both are great! I have attended many training events and this by far has been the best! The hospitality of the team and Gene is amazing. Everyone works hard to meet your needs, answer your questions, and help you succeed. I have met Gene personally several times and he is very down to earth and a humble man who wants to see everyone succeed. You will gain the knowledge and confidence to start your own assisted living through either training and the help from the staff is phenomenal. If you are even thinking about it, just go. You will not regret it! read more

We attended the NOLA 2-day dementia training and the 2-day InnerCircle Mastermind. WOW! This team certainly knows how to put together effective training. I had just attended a 6-hour dementia training course, and this went far deeper, revealing wisdom that will benefit our residents in ways we probably don't even realize yet. Add to that the 2-day InnerCircle class, which covered numerous aspects of operating an RAL, and we came away with increased confidence and time-saving ideas. If that wasn't enough, the relationships we have with other home operators - you can't get better than this. Priceless. read more

If you are serious about pursuing Residential Assisted Living, you need to attend the live 3-day course. Great information, great experience, and great networking opportunities. My wife and I weren't sure what to expect when we signed up. We actually came a day early and went to the Grand Canyon so that in case the training was a bust, we wouldn't have wasted a trip across the country! However, I can definitely say that the training didn't disappoint. We feel prepared to take the next steps in pursuing this opportunity. I would definitely recommend this experience over the home study course. read more

Residential Assisted Living Academy is an incredible event that teaches you how to get started with Assisted Living. Gene and his team go through the details to help make sure you have the knowledge you need so you can take action. The networking at the event is incredible! The entire team helps connect you with each other so you can brainstorm and bounce ideas as well as share challenges and how you overcame them. I highly recommend attending one of their events if you want to get started in any aspect of owning or operating an assisted living facility. read more

Becoming a student at RAL Academy gave me more than just practical knowledge--it gave me a powerful vision and a clear roadmap to financial freedom with purpose. The training, mentorship, and community support are second to none. I walked in curious and hopeful; I walked out empowered, confident, and equipped to launch a business that not only builds wealth but also serves others in a deeply meaningful way. I attended the 3-day fast track program and went back for the memory course. I'm so grateful to be a part of the RAL family! read more

This is the best training out there for small scale assisted living! I went to this training back in 2015 and came home and opened our business the next year. The RAL Academy has grown over the years and they are even better at what they do now, with more support, documentation and training for each student. This industry is about to explode with the 'Baby Boomers' starting to fall into the age group that needs assisted living. If you want a great education on how to do this right the first time, then look no further. read more