Investor profile - AZ
Daniel Smith
Daniel Smith is a real estate investor and operator based in Phoenix, AZ. Public filings show activity across 56 properties held through 56 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include KeyBank, Arvest Bank, and VOLO HOLDINGS.
Daniel's Activity
As of December 2025, public records show approximately $416.4M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 75 mortgage filings and 56 properties held through 56 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in residential and multifamily assets recorded between 2010 and 2025.
Primary Geography
Phoenix, AZ
ZIP codes: 85086, 85255, 85041, 85009, and 85083
Most recorded activity for this investor appears in PHOENIX, SCOTTSDALE, MESA, SURPRISE, and SEDONA.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (56)
AZ · 117 properties · 4,425 mortgages
AZ · 0 properties · 30 mortgages
AZ · 2 properties · 12 mortgages
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Mortgages (75)
Top Lenders
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/24/2025 | $100k | Open | Define Mortgage Solutions | DANIEL AND KRISTINA SMITH FAMILY TRUST | 1300 E CANARY DR, GILBERT, AZ 85297 |
| 12/16/2024 | $758k | Closed | UWM | TRUSTEES OF THE DANIEL AND MICHELE SMITH TRUST DATED MAY 31 2022 | 4055 N RECKER RD, MESA, AZ 85215 |
| 05/31/2024 | $3.0M | Closed | Downtown Associates, L.L.C. | DECK LLC | - |
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Owned Properties (56)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1374 N ALEXIS DR, GILBERT, AZ 85234 | DANIEL SMITH | Owns - 6 mos | $735k |
| 47735 W CANSADOS RD, MARICOPA, AZ 85139 | DANIEL SMITH | Owns - 8 mos | $331k |
| 5726 E RANCHO TIERRA DR, CAVE CREEK, AZ 85331 | SMITH TRUST | Owns - 9 mos | $1.6M |
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FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in residential, multifamily, and vacant properties across Phoenix, AZ.
What companies is Daniel Smith associated with?
Daniel Smith is associated with 56 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include VACATION TRUST INC, CAREFREE DESERT PROPERTIES LLC, DECK LLC, ABOVEBOARD MARKETING LLC, and DESERT TROON LTD LLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 56 properties are associated with Daniel Smith and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting Daniel Smith to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references KeyBank, Arvest Bank, and VOLO HOLDINGS, indicating a mix of lending relationships.
How recent is their activity?
Records show activity from 2010 through 2025, with the most recent mortgage recorded in 2025.
How is associated activity determined?
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