Business Details
16 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Affordable Housing Solutions
UPholdings is a leading real estate firm dedicated to creating, operating, and sustaining high-quality affordable housing nationwide. Founded in 2010 through the merger of UP Development and UPA, we combine decades of expertise in real estate development, property management, and community engagement. Our team specializes in innovative solutions for affordable housing, prioritizing long-term sustainability and tenant-focused strategies. With over 20 years of collective experience, our co-owners and leadership have pioneered economic housing models that address homelessness and support vulnerable populations. We manage thousands of units across diverse communities, ensuring regulatory compliance and financial solvency while fostering partnerships with nonprofits and social service providers.Our Blended Housing Management Program enhances both physical assets and resident well-being, reflecting our commitment to equitable housing as a foundation for wellness and opportunity. Recognized with industry awards, we maintain rigorous training standards for staff in LIHTC compliance, supportive housing, and asset management. Our mission-driven approach spans the entire lifecycle of housing projects, often exceeding 30 years, to ensure lasting community impact. Through strategic capital sourcing and operational excellence, we address evolving housing challenges while upholding transparency and ethical practices. This dedication positions us as trusted partners for communities seeking sustainable, dignified housing solutions.
Services
Development Services
Property Management
Community & Asset Management
Supportive Housing
Affordable Housing Development
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of experience in affordable housing development and management.
- Our Blended Housing Program enhances both physical assets and tenant well-being.
- Award-winning community partnerships and tenant engagement strategies.
- Certified professionals in LIHTC compliance and supportive housing management.
- Long-term commitment to community sustainability and resident wellness.
What people say
Professional and passionate staff
Persistent and undaunted
Dependable and skillful
Enhances community wellness
Award-winning programs
Services
Development Services
We specialize in developing high-quality affordable housing projects nationwide. Our services include site acquisition, financing strategy, and project design tailored to community needs. With expertise in navigating regulatory frameworks, we deliver sustainable developments that address homelessness and support vulnerable populations.
Property Management
Our property management services focus on maintaining and operating affordable housing units with a tenant-centric approach. We ensure regulatory compliance, financial solvency, and resident satisfaction through trained staff and the Blended Housing Management Program.
Community & Asset Management
We foster long-term community partnerships to enhance housing sustainability. Our strategies include tenant engagement, service coordination, and asset preservation, ensuring both physical and social well-being in neighborhoods nationwide.
Supportive Housing
Our supportive housing services link residents with social services and community resources. We focus on crisis response, outcome measurement, and grant management to improve tenant wellness and housing stability.
Affordable Housing Development
We create innovative affordable housing models addressing specific community needs. Our developments prioritize design quality, sustainability, and accessibility, serving special needs populations and low-income families nationwide.
People
Cullen J. Davis
Co-Owner & Principal
Cullen J. Davis is a Northwestern Law graduate who pioneered economic housing models and created over 9,000 affordable housing units. He focuses on social change through real estate and community engagement.
Jessica Hoff Berzac
Co-Owner & Principal
Jessica Hoff Berzac has over 20 years of affordable housing experience, developing hundreds of units and fostering community partnerships. She specializes in site acquisitions, financing, and program compliance.
Kelly Brown
Director of Regulatory Compliance
Kelly Brown oversees compliance for UPholdings properties, managing federal and state programs. She ensures tenant file compliance and coordinates reporting for tax credit investors and regulatory agencies.
Caity Meader
Director of Supportive Housing
Caity Meader leads supportive housing initiatives, ensuring service partnerships meet industry standards. She focuses on crisis response, tenant engagement, and compliance with housing-first principles.
Michael Noeh
Director of Financial Services
Michael Noeh manages UPholdings' financial operations, including accounting, audits, and investment strategies. He ensures fiscal compliance and oversees insurance and retirement plans for the company.
Questions
What areas does UPholdings serve?
We operate nationwide, with projects in Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, California, and other states, focusing on communities with high housing insecurity.
What types of housing does UPholdings develop?
We specialize in affordable, supportive, and mixed-income housing, including high-rise apartments, single-family subdivisions, and senior housing units.
How does UPholdings engage with communities?
We foster partnerships with nonprofits, service providers, and local governments to ensure housing solutions align with community needs and priorities.
What certifications does UPholdings staff hold?
Our team holds LIHTC training, C3P designation, and certifications in Blended Occupancy and supportive housing management practices.
What awards has UPholdings received?
We’ve earned the Indiana Lt. Governor’s Excellence in Affordable Housing Award, NAMI Illinois Heroes Award, and Chicago Community Builders Award for our work.
How does UPholdings ensure housing quality?
We implement the Blended Housing Management Program, combining physical asset maintenance with tenant support services to ensure long-term sustainability.
