Marking the sixth consecutive year, NIC once again partnered with National Real Estate Investor (NREI) on an annual investor sentiment survey in late summer 2020. Conducted from August 5 to August 11, 167 surveys were completed answering questions on topics ranging from attitudes on seniors housing market fundamentals to investment attitudes. The points below highlight some of the key survey findings.
Additionally, NREI hosted a webinar with NIC on September 17 which presented further commentary and analysis on the results of the 2020 survey, as well as a broader discussion on the opportunities and challenges facing seniors housing,
All in all, the 2020 Investor Sentiment Survey results paint a picture of a more cautious view on the sector. This makes perfect sense given the current state of the economy and the capital markets as we all collectively continue to make our way through the crisis of the COVID-19 global pandemic.