About Ben Swett
Ben joined Irving Levin in the summer of 2014 as an Analyst, responsible for the research and reporting on seniors housing M&A and finance news for the Senior Care Investor, in addition to providing research and analysis for Irving Levin’s healthcare sector reports.
Ben graduated from Hamilton College with a B.A. in History (concentrating on the American Civil War) and minors in French and Economics. When not at the office, chances are you will find Ben on the tennis court.
by Ben Swett | Nov 26, 2024 3:38 pm | 60 Seconds
It was another chaotic year, as has been the norm post-COVID, but we still have a lot to be thankful for. The seniors housing and care industry continues to show remarkable resiliency in the face of inflation, staffing crises, and countless negative attention in the... Read More »
by Ben Swett | Nov 22, 2024 3:52 pm | Financings
We learned of a number of recent financings provided by Stride Bank for senior care facilities across the country. First, the bank refinanced multiple assets in New Mexico and West Texas. The relationship with this particular borrower began in June 2023 (through Clint... Read More »
by Ben Swett | Nov 22, 2024 3:19 pm | Acquisitions
A northeastern Ohio portfolio of assisted living/memory care communities sold out of receivership, with the help of Ryan Saul of Senior Living Investment Brokerage. Dubbed “The Lantern Group Portfolio,” the three communities feature a combined 220 units, split between... Read More »
by Ben Swett | Nov 22, 2024 3:18 pm | Financings
A growing skilled nursing owner/operator is priming itself for further growth with a new revolving credit facility structured by Grant Goodman of G Capital. Bay Area-based Spyglass Healthcare currently has six facilities in its Northern California portfolio, and it... Read More »
by Ben Swett | Nov 22, 2024 3:17 pm | Financings
Harrison Street and Dial Retirement Communities secured a refinance for their seniors housing property in Batavia, Illinois (Chicagoland), thanks to the team at Newmark. The Landings, which opened in Spring 2021, features 142 units of independent living, assisted... Read More »