Real Estate Development Firm
Put your capital into real estate development.
You bring the capital. We bring the system, the team, and the deals. BuildUp is a development firm led by Arthur and Ruben Ryapolov, with $84M+ developed and sold, 250+ doors, and 1,000+ lots, guiding investors through every stage of a real project, from land to exit.
250+
Doors Developed
1,000+
Lots
$84M+
Developed & Sold
26K+
Community Members
Why BuildUp
Your role is decision-making, not execution.
Development runs on a team where every member is paid by the deal. You sit in the CEO seat: your job is making sure the numbers pencil. We built the system, the team, and the relationships so your capital goes to work without you swinging a hammer.
The Lender
Funds 85-90% of the project capital.
The Builder
Hires and manages every subcontractor.
The Drafter
Handles layout, design, and city permits.
The Agent
Sources the land and sells the finished product.
Development can return 25% equity or up to 193% cash-on-cash on a single project. Compare that to the S&P’s ~10% or a rental’s 8-15%.
Eiko Builders
See our developments in motion.
Walk through real BuildUp projects on film, from foundation to finished home.
Real Estate Development Consulting
The same process we run on our own projects.
We consult clients through the entire development process, the exact process we run on our own projects.
- 01Land Acquisition & Zoning
- 02Underwriting & Deal Analysis
- 03Capital & Lender Access
- 04Construction & Project Management
- 05Exit Strategy & Scale
Nationwide
Where our clients are building.
The people we consult and mentor have 300+ units in progress across 20+ states. Hover the pins to see who is building what.
Vancouver, WA
8 members · 125 units in progress
BuildUp HQ: Arthur & Ruben's home base
Portland, OR
6 members · 31 units in progress
Kadoh: 11 doors in pipeline
Bend, OR
1 member · 8 units in progress
Jake: 4 duplexes underway
Eugene, OR
1 member · 3 units in progress
Seattle, WA
3 members · 6 units in progress
Reina: GC'ing her own build
Yakima, WA
1 member · 3 units in progress
Boise, ID
1 member · 6 units in progress
Coeur d'Alene, ID
2 members · 4 units in progress
Southern California
2 members · 3 units in progress
Las Vegas, NV
1 member · 2 units in progress
Houston, TX
1 member · 3 units in progress
Andrew: 3 luxury spec homes
Dallas, TX
4 members · 7 units in progress
Luke: 6 projects with the community
East Texas
2 members · 7 units in progress
Great Bend, KS
1 member · 2 units in progress
Springfield, MO
1 member · 1 units in progress
West Allis, WI
1 member · 3 units in progress
Matt: 3-plex for rent
Illinois
2 members · 3 units in progress
St Johns, IN
1 member · 5 units in progress
Ricky: 5 spec homes
Dayton, OH
2 members · 2 units in progress
Biloxi, MS
1 member · 25 units in progress
Louisiana
2 members · 2 units in progress
Nashville, TN
1 member · 1 units in progress
Georgia
2 members · 2 units in progress
South Carolina
3 members · 4 units in progress
Charlotte, NC
2 members · 3 units in progress
Winston-Salem / Raleigh, NC
4 members · 14 units in progress
Richmond, VA
1 member · 1 units in progress
Milan: Spec build, then a personal home
Virginia Beach, VA
1 member · 1 units in progress
Bridgeport, CT
1 member · 1 units in progress
Massachusetts
2 members · 17 units in progress
Fort Lauderdale, FL
2 members · 7 units in progress
Avery: First duplex, $250k projected
In Their Words
Hear it from the members.
Two Ways In
Community and Consulting
The Community
A Community of 26,000+
Developers, investors, and operators learning from live projects: sharing deals, numbers, and lessons in real time.
The Entry Point
The BuildUp Challenge
For anyone serious about getting into development. Learn the live process and find out if development is right for you.
The Network
The network we actually use.
Clients and community members get access to the lender, builder, and supplier network we actually use on our own projects.
40+
Vetted Lenders
100+
Builders & GCs
60+
Deal Sources
25+
Materials Partners
Network access available through consulting engagements and the community.
The Brothers · Media Presence
1.2M+
Combined Audience
10.8M
Top Video Views
Every project is documented from foundation to finish. Arthur and Ruben are one of the most-followed development teams in America.
Brand partnerships →From the field
Guides & Resources
Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need money or perfect credit to get started?+
No. Plenty of our members start by raising capital or partnering. Kadoh built an 11-door pipeline without using any personal funds. What you need first is a good deal and the process to underwrite it; the money follows.
How quickly can I expect to see results?+
Every build is different. Some members close their first deal within months, and a full build cycle takes longer. We teach you to move at the pace of your capital and your market, not at the pace of hype.
Can I do this with a full-time job?+
Yes. We built our first home while clocking in every day at a 9-5. The system is designed so you can run your first project without quitting your job.
Is this a good time to start in the market?+
Good deals exist in every market; underwriting tells you which ones. We are active developers right now, and we teach you to buy right rather than try to time the market.
Do I need construction or real estate experience?+
No. Reina had zero construction experience and is general-contracting her own home build. The 7 steps assume you are starting from scratch.
How do I know you're the right people to help me?+
We are active developers, not just teachers: 250+ doors, 1,000+ residential lots, and $84M+ developed and sold, documented from foundation to finish. Look at the portfolio, then decide.