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Sikandar Javid, founder of The ForgeFintechReal-estate
Hey, I'm Sikandar.

Real-estate & fintech MVP developmentWorking software for real-estate and fintech founders.

I help you launch an MVP built around the core of your idea in about 4 weeks — not a bloated product.

Book a free 30-min callMVP in ~4 weeks · fixed quote

Top Rated Plus · 100% Job Success · Verified on Upwork

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About me

Sikandar Javid at his desk
Upwork
Job Success
100%
Typical MVP
timeline
~4 wks
Top Rated Plus
Upwork freelancer status
5-star reviews
RCGPBP
Right-sized builds,
clean execution
ArchitectureMoney-math precisionSecurity
Client work

Live · 5-star

Property-Transparency Platform

Non-technical founder

Documents, history and community uploads in one map-based property search. Next.js · FastAPI · PostgreSQL.

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app.property-transparency.example/reports/142-maple
ReportsDocumentsPermitsSettings
142 Maple Ave — Disclosure reportVerified
Documents24
Fields extracted318
Flags3
permit_2019.pdf — roof replacementMatched
inspection_2023.pdf — HVACMatched
title_history.pdf — lien 2016Review

Illustrative interface with example figures.

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Pricing

Phase 1 · Build plan2–3 days
from$500

A clear blueprint before you commit. The fee is credited in full toward your build.


What's included:
• What to build first — and what to skip• Data model & security plan• Timeline and fixed quote• No obligation to continue
Get a Build Plan
Phase 2 · MVP buildFixed price · ~4 weeks
$10k–$20k/MVP

A production-ready MVP built around the core of your idea — price agreed in the plan, before any code is written.


What's included:
• Weekly working demos• Direct developer access• Launch & scaling support• You own all code & IP• Build Plan fee credited• Replies within 1 business day
Book a free call to get your quote
Client feedback

“As a non-technical founder building a technical platform, Sikandar played a critical role in bringing my vision to life. He helped design and implement the website from front to back and demonstrated strong full-stack capabilities throughout. The direction evolved several times as I refined requirements, and he remained flexible, professional, and accommodating. I'd recommend Sikandar to anyone looking for a reliable developer who can move quickly, communicate clearly, and execute.”
FounderProperty-Transparency Platform · Live, 5-star
“Sikandar took the time to understand the vision behind my project and asked thoughtful questions to make sure the final product aligned with my goals. He provided realistic timelines, stuck to them, and delivered earlier than expected without sacrificing quality. What really stood out was his willingness to go above and beyond — he proactively handled extra tasks and improvements. The end result is a fully functional MVP I'm confident launching. I would absolutely work with him again.”
Gilles PaigeFounder, Thrive Calibrate · Live, 5-star
“Sikandar has delivered outstanding quality of work. He drove the project with autonomy and has a solution-focused mindset toward creating unique, cost-saving, and data-smart solutions. He took on a large scope with a wide breadth of expertise. I would highly recommend working with Sikandar, who handles his work with expertise and professionalism.”
Riley CampbellFounder, Pesql · 5-star
“Sikandar was an absolute pleasure to work with. He is professional, experienced, and brought valuable insights to the development of my platform. He wasn't afraid to offer constructive feedback and push back when it would improve the project, including steering me away from spending more than necessary. After reviewing the data and pricing, it's clear he understood the challenges long before I did and genuinely cared about my budget. His expertise and collaborative approach made the process smooth and efficient. Highly recommended!”
Bruno PeterleFounder, nestper
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FAQ

Got questions about
working together?

Book a free call

Yes. It's 30 minutes to talk through your idea and what you need to launch, with no obligation and no sales pitch.

Most MVPs cost $10,000–$20,000, depending on the features. You get an exact fixed-price quote in the Build Plan, which starts at $500 and credits in full toward the build if you proceed.

About 4 weeks for your MVP, which focuses on the one core feature at the heart of your idea, with a demo each week. Larger builds and rescue projects are timed in the Build Plan.

2–3 days once I have what I need: everything you have on the idea, the specific problem you're solving, what solving it is worth to your business, and how committed you are to solving it.

No. You keep the Build Plan even if you decide not to proceed with me. If you do proceed, I credit the plan fee in full toward the build.

Yes. I start by auditing what's there and explaining what's solid and what needs rework. The Build Plan sets out the work, timeline and fixed quote for moving forward.

On final payment, all code, data and intellectual property are yours. Wherever possible, I build in accounts you own and store the code in your repositories.

No. I choose the right tools for the size of your product, typically Next.js/React, Python and PostgreSQL, and I won't add infrastructure you don't need yet. Where cost or data privacy calls for it, I can use AI models that run locally.

Yes. Launch and scaling support is part of the build, and we can arrange ongoing maintenance or a retainer afterward if you want one.

Within one business day. The fastest way to get started is to book a free 30-minute call.

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