You Know How to Invest.
Now Learn How to Develop.
For Investors, Operators & Aspiring Developers Ready to
Master Ground-Up Projects and Own the Entire Upside.
Join our 12-Month Ground Up Mastery Program to confidently build, fund, and scale development
projects using systems trusted by top investors, operators and experienced developers.
Seats are filling fast. Don’t wait another market cycle to start building.
You Know How to Invest.
Now Learn How to Develop.
For Investors, Operators & Aspiring Developers Ready to
Master Ground-Up Projects and Own the Entire Upside.
Join our 12-Month Ground Up Mastery Program to confidently build, fund, and scale development
projects using systems trusted by top investors, operators and experienced developers.
Seats are filling fast. Don’t wait another market cycle to start building.
Have You Ever….
- Felt like you are generating income but not as scalable as it could be?
- Wanted to control the full development process without learning it through painful, expensive mistakes?
- Felt tired of relying on general contractors, zoning attorneys, and so-called ‘experts’ who don’t follow through?
- Lost sleep over costly surprises like contractors going rogue, zoning setbacks, or construction delays eating into your returns?
- Wondered if you’re leaving money on the table by not developing your own deals, but felt overwhelmed by the risks and complexity?
If any of these sounds familiar, Ground Up Academy was built for you!
Why Most Real Estate Investors, Operators, and Developers
Struggle to Scale Through Development
- They never get a playbook.
- They guess on zoning and entitlements.
- They overpay or mismanage construction contracts.
- They chase investors with no capital raising strategies.
- They burn time and cash making rookie mistakes.
At Ground Up Academy, we give you the roadmap, real-world strategies, and mentorship to build with confidence and scale like a pro.
What Changes When
You Stop Guessing and Start
Building
with a System, Tools, and Mentorship
What You’re Doing Now
Without direction
- Relying on your GC for timelines
- Guessing on zoning or entitlements
- Chasing investors without a structure
- Letting others take the lion’s share
- Watching others scale past you
What You’ll Do
After
Ground Up Academy
- Control the full build plan and permitting
- Navigate zoning with clarity and speed
- Raise capital with proven investor decks
- Own the project, equity, and upside
- Confidently run deals from dirt to done
What You’ll Learn With Ground-Up Academy
Raise capital with confidence (even if
you’ve never raised a dollar before)
Navigate zoning and entitlements like a seasoned developer
Structure limited partnership deals that
protect and control your upside
Use our proprietary checklist to assess site readiness and risk
Build airtight budgets and construction
timelines
Negotiate with general contractors and subcontractors like a pro
Master permitting, inspections, and
city approvals without delays
Create developments that generate both long-term cash flow and capital appreciation
Raise capital with confidence (even if it’s
your first time)
Navigate zoning and entitlements like a seasoned developer
Structure LP deals that protect your control
and upside
Use our proprietary checklist to assess site readiness and risk
Build airtight budgets and construction
timelines
Negotiate with GCs and subs like a
pro
Master permitting, inspections, and municipal
approvals
Create developments that generate long-term cash flow and appreciation
So You Can Build Developments Without Guesswork, Delays, Costly Mistakes, or Surprises.
Avoid the Mistakes That Sink Real Estate Developers
One wrong step in development can cost you months or even millions.
That’s why we created this guide: ‘The Ground Up Checklist: Top 10 Mistakes That Wreck Development Deals’ a no-fluff checklist created from hard-won lessons learned across hundreds of deals nationwide.
- Spot red flags before you close
- Avoid zoning and permitting delays
- Eliminate budget killers early
- Protect your control in limited partnership deals
Meet Your Mentors at Ground-Up Academy
Brian Fay
Developer, Builder, Investor, Mentor
Brian Fay is a seasoned developer, builder, and investor with over 20 years of experience and 800+ projects under his belt. He currently manages a $300M+ portfolio spanning multifamily, senior living, and commercial sectors. As Vice President of Florida Palm Construction and a senior leader at multiple development firms, Brian has led deals from raw land through lease-up bringing institutional polish and field-tested grit to every project. His background runs deep: from swinging hammers to structuring complex capital stacks with PACE, joint venture equity, and seller financing.
At Ground Up Academy, Brian mentors investors and operators who are ready to stop outsourcing control and start building wealth on their own terms. He brings practical systems, tactical insight, and real-world strategies to help you raise capital, manage construction, and navigate city approvals without wasting time, losing money, or learning the hard way.
Known for his calm under pressure and sharp execution, Brian’s the developer you want in your corner. He speaks the language of general contractors, lenders, and city officials alike. His mission is to help you build faster, smarter, and with fewer surprises.
Ryan Byrne
Capital Strategist, Multifamily Operator, Developer
Ryan Byrne is a multifamily operator, developer, and capital strategist, best known for turning around underperforming commercial assets that had deep value add opportunities by improving operations. As the founder of Cashflow Capital Club, he’s raised millions for value-add and development projects, and now actively manages over 1,500 units.
Ryan started his career in commercial multifamily, acquiring operationally neglected properties and turning them into high-performing, cash-flowing assets.
At Ground Up Academy, Ryan helps investors and operators move beyond small deals and passive income into true ownership and control. He teaches how to raise capital with conviction, structure deals that protect upside and mitigate risk, and think like a developer, not just a deal finder.
Known for his clarity, discipline, and deal-making instincts, Ryan is the capital partner every builder needs. He speaks the language of investors, lenders, and operators, and helps you close deals that create long-lasting wealthwith fewer mistakes and stronger returns.
What’s Inside Ground-Up Academy
Tier 1: Ground Up Academy
(Self-Paced Learning)
Early Bird Price : $1,800 (One-Time Fee)
Standard Price : $2,800 (After Early Bird Offer Ends)
For independent learners who want to master development step by step—on their own schedule.
Online Course Access
Learn the full development lifecyclefrom site selection to project exitthrough short, focused modules.
Capital Raising Frameworks
Proven tools, templates, and strategies to raise money with confidenceeven if it’s your first time.
Developer Toolkit
Downloadable checklists, milestone maps, and workflows to plan and execute your next project like a pro.
Early Bird Pricing – Join the waitlist now
Enroll today to lock in our best rate before seats fill up.
Tier 2: Mastermind
(Mentorship & Community)
$10,200 (One-Time Fee) or
$12,800 (Payment Plan Available)
Designed for those ready to take their development journey to the next level with personalized mentorship and community support.
Everything in Ground Up Academy
Full access to all modules and resources.
Bi-Monthly Mastermind Meetings
Bi-Monthly Live Mastermind Sessions with Brian and Ryan
Exclusive Community and Networking
Build relationships with industry experts and like-minded students and developers.
Real-Time Feedback
Receive tailored advice for your specific challenges and ongoing deals.
Ongoing Support
Continuous mentorship to help you scale faster and perform better.
Not Sure Which Tier?
- Choose Ground Up Academy if you're a doer who prefers to learn and implement at your own pace.
- Choose the Mastermind if you want mentorship, deal review, networking, and live Q&A to shortcut your timeline and avoid costly errors.
Here’s Exactly How Ground Up Academy Works
ground Up Academy is NOT For
- People looking to make money without doing the work
- Those unwilling to follow a proven system
- People who want others to do the thinking for them
The 3 Biggest Wins You Walk Away With
The Track Record Behind the Training
Projects Completed
development pipeline and growing
- Millions saved with risk mitigation through smart planning and entitlements
- Private network with experienced developers
Ready to Control the Whole Deal?
You’re already in real estate but are you capturing all the upside?
If you’re not leading your own developments, you’re leaving equity, cash flow, and long-term wealth on the table.
Let’s make the change together and fix that for good.