According to experts cited in a recent McKnight’s Long-Term Care article, gradually improving pricing, sustained and improving values, and a surge of deal activity to close 2025 are among factors that portend for a strong 2026 for seniors housing and care M&A.

“As the Fed Funds rates continue to decline, lenders’ ability to extend credit has markedly increased. This results in buoying sale transactions,” said Laca Wong-Hammond, managing director and head of M&A for Lument. “My forecast is a continuance of this ‘feeding frenzy’ into 2026, shifting the landscape to a seller’s market.”

For more insights on the opportunities and risks ahead, read the complete story at McKnight’s Long-Term Care.