Where Vision Meets Dirt
At The Urban Properties, we don’t just invest in real estate. We engineer wealth through insight, integrity, and the discipline to see the line before it’s drawn.
Founded by Asad Halai, our firm is built on two decades of active real estate investing across North America—from Toronto and Austin to San Antonio and Sacramento. We started not as a fund or an institution, but as a family helping friends and family navigate the complexities of cross-border investment.
Today, we are a trusted partner for international investors seeking to build steady, scalable wealth in U.S. real estate markets.
Our Story: From Family Guidance to Institutional Strategy
My journey began in 2012, helping relatives invest in Toronto real estate. What started as informal advice grew into a cross-border portfolio spanning residential flips, commercial conversions, land development, and multi-family holdings.
After relocating from Canada to Austin, I saw firsthand the opportunity—and the complexity—of investing in the U.S. as an international buyer. I learned the systems, built the teams, and navigated the legal and tax frameworks so you don’t have to.
In 2023, I formalized that hard-won expertise into The Urban Properties—a full-service consultancy designed to help investors like you access high-yield, low-headache opportunities in America’s fastest-growing cities.
Our Philosophy: Dirt, Not Air Space
We believe real wealth in real estate isn’t built on speculation. It’s built on:
- Land Over Improvements: Buildings depreciate. Dirt appreciates. We prioritize assets with intrinsic value and future utility.
- Systems Over Luck: We use repeatable frameworks for sourcing, due diligence, and management—so every deal is structured for success.
- Partnership Over Transaction: You’re not a client; you’re a partner. We align our success with yours, offering full transparency and hands-on guidance from acquisition to exit.
Why Work With Us?
Cross-Border Expertise: We understand the legal, tax, and financing nuances for Canadian and international investors.
Full-Cycle Service: From deal sourcing and LLC setup to property management and 1031 exchanges, we handle it all.
Proven Track Record: Over 50+ deals across multiple asset classes and markets—documented in The Real Deal Playbook.
Boots on the Ground: Local teams in Austin, San Antonio, Nashville, and beyond ensure nothing is left to chance.
Beyond Investing: Building Legacy
This isn’t just about returns. It’s about building something lasting—a portfolio that provides cash flow, equity growth, and peace of mind for you and your family.
When you partner with us, you’re not just buying a property. You’re gaining a strategic ally with the experience, network, and discipline to help you invest with confidence.
Let’s Build Your Line
Whether you’re looking for your first U.S. property or scaling an existing portfolio, we provide the clarity, access, and execution you need to succeed.
Ready to turn real estate into real wealth?
*Asad Halai is also the author of The Real Deal Playbook, a practical guide to value investing in real estate drawn from 20+ years of North American deals. Read the blog for ongoing insights and case studies.*