— Currently Serving the Golden Triangle
Build Wealth.
One Duplex at
a Time.
Whether your goal is to generate rental income, build and sell, or
expand your real estate portfolio, we provide a streamlined path
from lot to duplex.
You bring the lot. We provide the duplex plans, construction
expertise, and building process to bring your investment
property to life.
Ground-up, new-construction duplexes only. Project and financing
qualifications apply.
— What We Do
From Lot to Duplex
Building a duplex should not require an investor to figure out every piece of the
construction process alone.
That is why we provide a streamlined building system designed
specifically for investors.
WE HELP YOU:
Evaluate your proposed duplex project
Review your lot and property information
Prepare your project for permitting and construction
Connect with financing solutions when needed
Provide duplex construction plans
Develop the construction scope and budget
Coordinate construction from site preparation through completion
Build for rental income or resale
We don't just connect you with a builder. We are the construction team.
— The We Build Duplexes™ System
You Bring the Lot. We Bring the
Building System.
Instead of requiring you to locate plans, assemble a construction team, and determine how
to move the project forward, we provide a defined process for qualified duplex investors.
YOUR PROJECT STARTS WITH:
01 / LOT
Your Lot
You own, control, or are under contract to purchase a buildable lot.
02 / PLANS
Our Duplex Plans
We provide duplex plan options that may be evaluated for compatibility with your lot, local requirements, and investment strategy.
03 / FINANCING
Your Financing
Bring your own
approved financing or request a financing
review through our
lending relationships.
04 / BUILD
Our Construction Team
Once the project is approved and ready to build, our team manages the construction process.
05 / SELL
Our REALTORS®
If your strategy is to build and sell, our REALTORS® can help market and sell your completed duplex.
One Team. One Process. One Duplex-Building System.
— The We Build Duplexes™ System
You Bring the Lot. We Bring the
Building System.
Instead of requiring you to locate plans, assemble a construction team, and determine how
to move the project forward, we provide a defined process for qualified duplex investors.
YOUR PROJECT STARTS WITH:
01 / LOT
Your Lot
You own, control, or are under contract to purchase a buildable lot.
02 / PLANS
Our Duplex Plans
We provide duplex plan options that may be evaluated for compatibility with your lot, local requirements, and investment strategy.
03 / FINANCING
Your Financing
Bring your own
approved financing or request a financing
review through our
lending relationships.
04 / BUILD
Our Construction Team
Once the project is approved and ready to build, our team manages the construction process.
05 / SELL
Our REALTORS®
If your strategy is to build and sell, our REALTORS® can help market and sell your completed duplex.
One Team. One Process. One Duplex-Building System.
From Frame to Finish
A look at recent We Build Duplexes™ projects, from construction through move-in ready.
— Project Requirements
Come Prepared to Build
You do not need to already have duplex plans before completing the project readiness form.
Before submitting your project for review, you should have:
A buildable lot you own, control, or are under contract to purchase
A legal business entity, if applicable or required for financing
A clear investment goal for the completed property
Available property information and a current survey, if available
Funds, approved financing, or the ability to qualify for financing
The ability to provide requested financial and project documentation
We provide the duplex plans as part of our building process for qualified projects.
We work with serious investors who are prepared to move
toward construction—not individuals who are only exploring a future idea.
From Lot to Duplex
Submit Your Project
Tell us about your lot, property location, financing status, investment experience, estimated budget, and whether you plan to rent or sell the completed duplex.
Complete the Project Readiness Form
Our team reviews your property information, financing position, investment goals, and documentation to determine whether the project meets our initial requirements. If additional information or documentation is needed, our team will contact you before the project moves forward.
Preliminary Qualification & Next Steps
Projects that meet our initial readiness requirements are invited to move forward with our team. At this stage, we confirm project details and determine the next steps needed for plan, construction, and financing review.
Review the Duplex Plan
Qualified projects move into the plan-review phase. We identify a duplex plan option and determine whether it is appropriate for the lot, local building requirements, project budget, and investment strategy. Plans may require modification, engineering, architectural review, or local approval depending on the property and jurisdiction.
Finalize the Construction Budget
Our construction team develops the project scope, specifications, and construction budget based on the approved project.
Finalize Financing
Bring your own approved construction financing or, when appropriate, request an introduction to one of our financing relationships.
Sign the Construction Agreement
Once plans, budget, financing, and required documentation are approved, we finalize the construction agreement and prepare for permitting and construction.
Build Your Duplex
Our construction team manages the building process from the ground up while keeping you informed as your duplex moves toward completion.
Rent or Sell
Once construction is complete, you decide how the duplex fits into your investment strategy. Build-and-hold investors can prepare the property for rental income, while build-and-sell investors may work with our REALTORS® to market and sell the completed duplex.
— Financing
Bring Your Financing—or
Explore Your Options
You do not have to use our financing relationships to build with us.
Investors May
Bring approved construction financing
Use available funds to finance the project
Request a financing review through our lending relationships
Financing is subject to lender approval.
Requirements May Include
Credit
Down payment / equity
Investment experience
Project location
After-repair / completed value
Liquidity
Cash reserves
Property value
Construction budget
Financing is subject to lender approval. Terms, rates, down payment
requirements, credit requirements, and eligibility vary by lender and program.
— Build to Rent or Build to Sell
You Choose the Investment
Strategy
— BUILD AND HOLD
Build and Hold
Build a new duplex that may provide two potential rental-
income streams from one property while adding a new asset to
your real estate portfolio.
— BUILD AND SELL
Build and Sell
Build a brand-new duplex for resale based on your investment
strategy, financing terms, projected construction costs, and
local market conditions.
We provide the building system. You determine the investment strategy.
— Build to Rent or Build to Sell
You Choose the Investment Strategy
— BUILD AND HOLD
Build and Hold
Build a new duplex that may provide two potential rental-
income streams from one property while adding a new asset to
your real estate portfolio.
— BUILD AND SELL
Build and Sell
Build a brand-new duplex for resale based on your investment
strategy, financing terms, projected construction costs, and
local market conditions.
We provide the building system. You determine the investment strategy.
— Meet the Team
Construction. Real Estate. Credit.
Financing.
We bring together professionals with experience in construction, real estate, credit,
financing, and investment-property development. Our goal is simple:
help qualified investors move from lot to duplex through one coordinated process.
Mike DeLuna
Mike provides real estate guidance to help investors evaluate potential lots, understand local market conditions, and consider the rental or resale strategy for a proposed duplex.
REALTOR® | Real Estate Advisor
Dr. Donna Prudhomme
Donna guides investors through the project-readiness and financing process, helping clients understand credit and lending requirements and prepare requested documentation.
REALTOR® | Credit Consultant | Hard Money Broker
Rodney Davis
Rodney brings hands-on construction experience to each duplex project, overseeing activities and ensuring construction follows approved plans and specifications.
Builder
Michael Prudhomme
Michael works alongside Rodney throughout construction, coordinating activities from site preparation through completion while maintaining quality standards.
Builder
One Team. One Process. One Goal.
You bring the lot. We bring the plan and the team to build it.
— Why Us?
A Simpler Way to Build
New Construction
Many investors want to build but don't know where to begin.
Where do you get the plans?
Who develops the construction budget?
Who builds the property?
How do you finance new construction?
What happens after you purchase the lot?
We Build Duplexes™ was designed to simplify that process.
Qualified investors receive:
Duplex plan options
Construction-budget development
Real estate and investment guidance
Coordination from pre-construction through completion
A defined project-readiness process
Construction management
Financing connections when appropriate
A team focused specifically on ground-up duplex construction
You don't have to figure out how to build a duplex by yourself.
— Frequently Asked Questions
What Investors Ask Before They Start
Where do you build?
We Build Duplexes™ currently serves the Golden Triangle. Projects must meet applicable property, zoning, construction, financing, and documentation requirements.
What happens after I submit my Project Readiness Form?
Our team will review your property information, financing position, investment goals, and documentation readiness. If additional information is needed, we may contact you for documentation. Projects that meet our initial requirements will be invited to move forward to the next stage of our process.
Do I need to already have duplex plans?
No. We provide duplex plan options as part of our building process for qualified projects. The selected plan must be evaluated for the specific lot and may require modifications, engineering, architectural services, permitting approval, or other adjustments based on local requirements
Do I need a survey?
A current survey will be required before the project can move into certain stages of plan review, permitting, financing, or construction. If you do not currently have one, our team will identify what is needed during the project-review process.
Can I bring my own financing?
Yes. You may bring your own approved construction financing.
Can you help me obtain financing?
Yes. We can connect qualified clients with lenders who offer financing options for new-construction investment properties. Financing is subject to lender requirements and approval. You may also bring your own approved construction financing.
Do I need construction experience?
No. We provide the construction expertise. However, lenders establish their own borrower-experience requirements. Some financing programs may accept newer investors, while others may require documented real estate, investment, or construction experience.
Can your team help me evaluate a lot?
Yes. Our real estate team can help evaluate potential lots from a real estate and investment perspective. Final buildability is subject to factors such as zoning, utilities, setbacks, deed restrictions, easements, flood requirements, permitting, engineering, soil conditions, and other governmental or property-specific requirements.
Can I choose my duplex plan?
Our team will provide available duplex plan options and work with you to determine which option best fits the project. Final plan availability and use will depend on the lot, construction budget, local requirements, engineering, and project approval.
Can I rent or sell the duplex after construction?
Yes, subject to your financing terms, investment strategy, lender requirements, and applicable laws and market conditions. If you choose to sell, our REALTORS® may also assist with marketing and selling the completed duplex.
Do you renovate existing duplexes?
No. We specialize in ground-up, new duplex construction.
— Ready to Build?
Have the Lot?
Let's Review Your Project.
You don't need to find the plans. You don't need to find the
construction team. You don't need to figure out the entire
building process on your own.
That's what We Build Duplexes™ is designed to provide.
Complete the Project Readiness Form so our team can evaluate
your property, financing position, investment goals, and
overall readiness to move forward.
Submitting a project does not guarantee project acceptance, financing approval, plan
approval, final construction pricing, permitting approval, or a construction start date. All
projects are subject to property, construction, location, budget, financing, lender, and
documentation requirements.
Build Wealth. One Duplex at a Time.
Currently Serving the Golden Triangle
Ground-up, new-construction duplexes only. Project and financing qualifications apply. Financing is subject to lender approval; terms, rates, and eligibility vary by lender and program. Submitting a project does not guarantee acceptance.