09/30/2026
R.J. DeBee III, BBG Senior Managing Director and Seniors Housing & Healthcare Practice Leader, was quoted in this Newsweek article that outlines why demand for seniors housing isn't driving new facility construction.
Here is his quote:
"There's plenty of demand for seniors housing," said DeBee. "The issue is whether you can make a new project pencil. With construction and financing costs where they are today, it's often more economical to acquire an existing community than build a new one. That's why we continue to see new supply lag the need."
https://www.newsweek.com/america-senior-housing-demand-construction-12477331
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