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Detroit · Rebuild · Empower

We Build More Than
Housing.
We Build Pathways.

U.R. Holdings is a vertically integrated real estate and construction firm dedicated to revitalizing communities — and the people within them.

Our Services Our Story
EcoNest Community
EcoNest Community
Container Home
Modern Living
Rehabbed Home
Rehabbed Interior
50+
Properties Rehabbed
Detroit
Community Focus
100%
Workforce Impact
∞
Pathways Created
Who We Are

Rebuilding Properties.
Rebuilding Lives.

U.R. Holdings is a vertically integrated real estate development and construction firm committed to revitalizing communities through high-quality housing and workforce-driven impact.

Founded and headquartered in Detroit, Michigan, U.R. Holdings operates at the intersection of real estate development and community empowerment. We don't just renovate properties — we transform neighborhoods and the people within them.

From single-family homes to multi-unit properties, every project is executed with a focus on durability, efficiency, and long-term community impact. Our integrated approach connects housing rehabilitation directly to workforce training and career opportunity.

We believe a strong home is the foundation of a strong life — and that a strong community begins when people are invested in both their properties and their futures.

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Full Rehabilitation

Interior, exterior & structural

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Workforce Training

OJT for veterans & reentrants

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Community Impact

Revitalizing Detroit neighborhoods

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EcoNest Living

Sustainable container communities

Community
Renovated interior
Bathroom
Our Work

Before & After.
The U.R. Difference.

Real Detroit properties. Real transformations. See what's possible when skilled hands meet community purpose.

Before - Hallway
Before

Hallway — Detroit, MI

Pre-rehabilitation condition — deteriorated walls, damaged flooring

After - Hallway
After

Hallway — Detroit, MI

Fully rehabbed — new floors, fresh paint, modern barn door

Before - Living Room
Before

Living Room — Detroit, MI

Down to the studs — full gut renovation in progress

After - Living Room
After

Living Room — Detroit, MI

Finished & furnished — recessed lighting, fireplace, hardwood floors

Introducing EcoNest Living

Affordable shipping container home communities built for veterans and low-income families — dignified living with a sustainable footprint.

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Get In Touch

Let's Build Together

Whether you have a property to develop, want to join our workforce program, or are interested in community partnership — we'd love to connect.

Location

Detroit, Michigan

Email

info@urholdings.com

Focus Areas

Rehab · Development
Workforce · EcoNest

What We Do

Our Services

From a single-family gut rehab to a ground-up multi-unit development, U.R. Holdings delivers full-scope construction and real estate services with community at the center.

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Project Types

The Work We Do

We take on projects other firms walk away from — distressed, vacant, and undervalued properties that become community assets when the right hands get involved.

Full Gut Rehab
Residential

Full Gut Rehabilitation

We take properties down to the studs and rebuild them right — new electrical, plumbing, HVAC, insulation, drywall, flooring, fixtures, and finishes. Nothing halfway.

  • Complete structural assessment & repair
  • Full electrical & plumbing systems upgrade
  • New drywall, insulation & framing
  • Flooring, trim, doors & windows
  • Kitchen & bathroom full remodel
  • Code compliance & city inspection ready
Renovated home
Residential

Interior & Exterior Renovation

Targeted renovations that maximize value and livability — from a single bathroom remodel to a complete interior update with curb appeal improvements.

  • Kitchen remodels & cabinet installs
  • Bathroom renovations & tile work
  • Hardwood & LVP flooring installation
  • Exterior siding, roofing & paint
  • Landscaping & curb appeal
  • Staging-ready finish packages
Hallway renovation
Multi-Unit

Multi-Unit & Investment Properties

We work with investors and community organizations to rehabilitate duplexes, triplexes, and small multi-family properties into income-producing community assets.

  • Duplex & triplex rehabilitation
  • Unit-by-unit or full-building scope
  • Tenant-occupied project coordination
  • Market-ready finish packages
  • Property management-ready handoff
New development
Development

Ground-Up & New Construction

Strategic ground-up development of vacant lots and underutilized parcels in Detroit's emerging and underserved neighborhoods — including our EcoNest container home communities.

  • Vacant lot acquisition & development
  • New construction single-family homes
  • Shipping container home communities
  • Affordable housing partnerships
  • Community land trust collaboration
How It Works

Our Process

Simple, transparent, and results-driven. Here's how we take a property from assessment to completion.

1

Consult & Assess

We walk the property with you, assess the scope, and develop an honest project plan with a clear timeline and budget.

2

Scope & Plan

We produce a detailed scope of work, select materials, pull required permits, and schedule our workforce.

3

Build & Rehab

Our experienced crew — including workforce trainees supervised by senior staff — executes the work to code and on schedule.

4

Inspect & Deliver

Final walkthrough, punch list completion, city inspection, and property handoff. We don't close until you're satisfied.

Start With a Consultation

Have a property in mind? Tell us about your project and we'll follow up to schedule a walk-through and assessment — no commitment required.

Workforce Development

Opportunity Built Into
Every Project

U.R. Holdings bridges the gap between real estate rehabilitation and real career opportunity — providing paid on-the-job training for veterans, returning citizens, and individuals re-entering the workforce.

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Our Mission

A Job Is More Than
a Paycheck.

At U.R. Holdings, workforce development isn't a side program — it is built into the core of how we operate. Every property we rehabilitate is simultaneously a job site, a classroom, and an opportunity for someone to change their life.

We recruit from reentry organizations, veterans services, and workforce development agencies across Detroit. Participants join active construction projects, work alongside experienced tradespeople, and earn while they learn.

Our goal is simple: when someone leaves our program, they leave with real skills, recognized certifications, and a pathway to a sustainable construction career — not just a line on a resume.

We also work directly with employers, unions, and trade schools to ensure our graduates have somewhere to go when their time with us is done.

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U.R. Holdings Crew
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On-Site Crew
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OJT in Action
Trainee at work photo
OJT Training
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Certification Day
Graduate with credentials
Program Grad
The Program

On-the-Job Training
How It Works

Participants are placed directly on U.R. Holdings rehabilitation projects across Detroit — earning wages while developing real construction skills under the supervision of experienced journeymen.

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Referral & Intake

Participants are referred through reentry organizations, veterans services, Michigan Works!, or may apply directly. We conduct an intake interview and assess where each person is starting from.

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Paid On-Site Placement

Trainees are placed on active rehab projects and paid for their work from day one. They rotate through project phases — demo, framing, drywall, flooring, finishing — gaining broad exposure to the trade.

3

Skills Development & Mentorship

Every trainee is paired with an experienced crew member who serves as a jobsite mentor. Weekly check-ins track progress, address challenges, and identify specific trade interests for deeper development.

4

Certification & Credentialing

U.R. Holdings sponsors participants through OSHA, NCCER, and trade-specific certifications. Testing fees, study materials, and prep time are covered as part of the program.

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Job Placement & Career Support

Upon completion, participants receive employment referrals to union apprenticeships, contractors, and construction employers across Detroit and Southeast Michigan. We stay connected after placement.

Certification Pathways

OSHA 10OSHA 30NCCER Core CarpentryElectrical Fundamentals Plumbing BasicsBlueprint Reading HVAC IntroDrywall & Finishing Flooring Installation

All certifications are nationally recognized and portable — they go wherever our graduates go. We sponsor testing fees and provide on-site study time so financial barriers don't stand in the way.

Who We Serve

Our program is designed for individuals who are ready to work and deserve a fair chance — including:

  • ✓ Returning citizens re-entering the workforce
  • ✓ Veterans transitioning to civilian employment
  • ✓ Individuals referred by Michigan Works! or partner agencies
  • ✓ Community members seeking a career change into the trades
Reentry Focus

Second Chances.
Real Careers.

U.R. Holdings believes the construction industry is one of the most powerful vehicles for reentry success. The trades offer immediate employment, competitive wages, and lifelong career pathways — and we are committed to opening that door.

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Housing Stability

Stable employment is the foundation of housing stability. When our graduates land jobs, they gain the income needed to secure and keep safe housing for themselves and their families.

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Barrier Navigation

We work with partner organizations to help participants navigate common reentry barriers — background check concerns, licensing issues, transportation, and documentation — so employment is actually accessible.

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Employer Relationships

U.R. Holdings maintains direct relationships with Detroit-area contractors, unions, and construction employers who have committed to giving our graduates a fair interview and opportunity.

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Veterans Priority

We give priority consideration to veterans transitioning to civilian employment. Military discipline and work ethic align perfectly with the demands of construction — and our veterans deserve the opportunity to prove it.

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Career Ladder

This isn't a dead-end job. Our program is designed as a launching pad — from entry-level trainee to skilled tradesperson to union apprentice to licensed contractor. We show people the whole ladder.

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Community Investment

Every graduate who stays in Detroit and works in construction is reinvesting in the community. They build homes, hire locally, and become the next generation of community builders.

Ready to Build Your Future?

Applications for U.R. Holdings workforce training are open. Reach out to learn about current placement opportunities, program timelines, and how to get started.

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A U.R. Holdings Initiative

EcoNest Living

Sustainable Homes.
Empowered Lives.

Affordable shipping container home communities — built for veterans and low-income families in Detroit. Modern design, minimal footprint, maximum dignity.

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EcoNest Container Community Exterior
Private patio
Private deck with sliding glass wall — wood cladding and ambient exterior lighting
Outdoor Living
Bedroom
Modern bedroom with designer lighting and kitchenette niche
Bedroom
Bathroom
Walk-in shower, white subway tile, black matte fixtures
Bathroom
Vanity
Corner vanity with LED smart mirror and marble countertop
Vanity
Floor plan
Aerial floor plan — bedroom, bath and private deck
Floor Plan
Bedroom overhead
Overhead view — smart space utilization
Layout
The Homes

Built From
Shipping Containers

EcoNest homes are constructed from repurposed ISO shipping containers — the same industrial-grade steel used to move goods around the world. Repurposed, insulated, and finished to residential standards, they become modern, durable, and affordable homes.

Container community exterior
Private patio
Floor plan

Each unit is built from a 10-foot ISO shipping container — cut, welded, insulated, and finished with full residential amenities. The steel structure is inherently strong, fire-resistant, and weather-tight, making it an ideal foundation for permanent housing.

Inside, residents find a full bedroom area, private bathroom with walk-in shower, kitchenette, and a private outdoor deck accessed through a floor-to-ceiling sliding glass wall. Wood floors, recessed lighting, modern fixtures, and quality finishes make these anything but "cheap" housing.

Units can be stacked and combined to create multi-level residences or clustered into community configurations — maximizing land use while preserving green space and communal outdoor areas.

ISO Steel Structure ~300 sq ft Per Unit Full Bathroom Private Deck Hardwood Floors Modern Fixtures Stackable Design Floor-to-Ceiling Glass
Community Initiative

The Tiny Home
Community Vision

EcoNest isn't just individual homes — it's a full community model. U.R. Holdings is developing planned tiny home communities built entirely from shipping containers, designed to provide affordable, dignified, and sustainable housing for veterans and low-income Detroit residents.

Each EcoNest community is planned as a 20+ unit cluster development on available Detroit land — bringing together individual container homes around shared green space, community gathering areas, and on-site support services.

The communities are designed to be net-zero energy capable. Every rooftop accommodates solar panel installation, reducing resident energy costs dramatically and supporting long-term housing affordability beyond just the purchase or rental price.

A portion of units in every EcoNest community are reserved at or below 30% Area Median Income, with priority placement for veterans and individuals transitioning out of housing instability. We are actively pursuing HUD, LIHTC, and city of Detroit funding partnerships to make this possible at scale.

The construction of each EcoNest community is executed by U.R. Holdings workforce trainees — meaning these communities don't just house vulnerable populations, they also employ them during development.

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Solar Panel Arrays

Rooftop solar on every unit — dramatically reduced energy costs for residents

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Shared Green Space

Community gardens, walkways, and gathering areas designed into every site

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ADA Accessible

Units designed to ADA standards with accessible paths throughout the community

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On-Site Services

Connections to case management, employment, and health services built into the model

20+
Units Per Community
<$800
Target Monthly Cost
40%
Lower Build Cost
100%
Solar Ready

Funding & Partnerships

U.R. Holdings is actively pursuing partnerships and funding through:

  • → HUD affordable housing programs
  • → Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC)
  • → City of Detroit housing initiatives
  • → Veterans housing assistance programs
  • → Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs)
Why EcoNest

Thoughtfully Designed.
Sustainably Built.

Every decision in the EcoNest model — from materials to community layout — is made with long-term resident wellbeing and affordability in mind.

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Sustainable Construction

Repurposed ISO containers reduce construction waste and materials cost while creating a structurally superior shell that lasts decades.

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Solar-Ready Design

Every rooftop is designed for solar panel integration — residents benefit from dramatically reduced utility costs from day one.

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Community-Centered Layout

Shared green space, communal gathering areas, and walkable paths are built into every EcoNest site design — because community matters.

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Veterans Priority

Dedicated units and priority placement for veterans and their families, with a clear path toward housing stability and homeownership.

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Affordable by Design

Container construction lowers per-unit build costs by 30–40% versus traditional construction — savings passed directly to residents.

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Workforce Built

Every EcoNest community is built by U.R. Holdings workforce trainees — creating jobs while building the homes the community needs.

Get Involved

Be Among the First

EcoNest Living communities are in active development. Join our interest list to be notified about availability, community events, and partnership opportunities.

Priority placement for veterans and their families.

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