Investor profile - AZ
Derek Williams
Derek Williams is a real estate investor and operator based in Phoenix, AZ. Public filings show activity across 394 properties held through 5 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include KAYAK CAPITAL, VERGENE H TRAGER, and GREAT AMERICAN TITLE AGENCY.
Derek's Activity
As of December 2025, public records show approximately $40.3M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 461 mortgage filings and 394 properties held through 5 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in residential and misc assets recorded between 2012 and 2025.
Associated People
Primary Geography
Phoenix, AZ
ZIP codes: 85029, 85345, 85053, 85304, and 85020
Most recorded activity for this investor appears in PHOENIX, GLENDALE, PEORIA, MESA, and SUN.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (5)
AZ · 33 properties · 450 mortgages
AZ · 2 properties · 10 mortgages
AZ · 0 properties · 7 mortgages
+2 more not shown
Mortgages (461)
Top Lenders
$27.1M · 178 loans
$5.7M · 33 loans
$1.5M · 8 loans
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/22/2025 | $194k | Open | VERGENE H TRAGER | DES HOLDINGS LLC | 6852 W TURQUOISE AVE, PEORIA, AZ 85345 |
| 10/10/2025 | $194k | Open | VERGENE H TRAGER | DES HOLDINGS LLC | 1961 N HARTFORD ST, CHANDLER, AZ 85225 1173 |
| 08/22/2025 | $77k | Open | VERGENE H TRAGER | DES HOLDINGS LLC | 8220 E DESERT TRL, MESA, AZ 85208 |
+458 more not shown
Owned Properties (394)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6852 W TURQUOISE AVE, PEORIA, AZ 85345 | DES HOLDINGS LLC | Owns - 2 mos | $243k |
| 1961 N HARTFORD ST, CHANDLER, AZ 85225 1173 | DES HOLDINGS LLC | Owns - 3 mos | $242k |
| 15227 N 23RD LN, PHOENIX, AZ 85023 | DES HOLDINGS LLC | Owns - 4 mos | $290k |
+391 more not shown
FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in residential and misc properties across Phoenix, AZ.
What companies is Derek Williams associated with?
Derek Williams is associated with 5 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include DES HOLDINGS LLC, DES RENTALS 1 LLC, DES HOLDINGS LLC AN ARIZONA LLC, 735 1ST STREET LLC, and SUN COUNTRY TRUCK EQUIPMENT INC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 394 properties are associated with Derek Williams and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting Derek Williams to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references KAYAK CAPITAL, VERGENE H TRAGER, and GREAT AMERICAN TITLE AGENCY, indicating a mix of lending relationships.
How recent is their activity?
Records show activity from 2012 through 2025, with the most recent mortgage recorded in 2025.
How is associated activity determined?
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