Investor profile - AZ
James Benson
James Benson is a real estate investor and operator based in Phoenix, AZ. Public filings show activity across 7 properties held through 6 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, N.A., DEMAREE LC, and DIVERSIFIED FUNDING GROUP.
James's Activity
As of December 2025, public records show approximately $4.9M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 3 mortgage filings and 7 properties held through 6 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in residential and commercial assets recorded between 2013 and 2024.
Primary Geography
Phoenix, AZ
ZIP codes: 85260, 85262, 85296, 85298, and 85326
Most recorded activity for this investor appears in SCOTTSDALE, GILBERT, BUCKEYE, and SUN CITY WEST.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (6)
AZ · 1 property · 2 mortgages
AZ · 1 property · 1 mortgage
AZ · 0 properties · 0 mortgages
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Mortgages (3)
Top Lenders
$3.4M · 1 loan
$1.5M · 1 loan
$0 · 0 loans
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/12/2021 | $1.5M | Open | DEMAREE LC | PHOENIX DRAGON FEI LLC | - |
| 06/18/2019 | $3.4M | Open | The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, N.A. | JMB MJB LLC | 38300 N 102ND ST, SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85262 |
| 08/29/2013 | $174.3M | Closed | DIVERSIFIED FUNDING GROUP | PHOENIX DRAGON FEI LLC | 14800 N 14930 78TH WAY, SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85260 |
+0 more not shown
Owned Properties (7)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22757 W PAPAGO ST, BUCKEYE, AZ 85326 | JAMES BENSON | Owns - 23 mos | $349k |
| 302 S TUCANA CT, GILBERT, AZ 85296 | JAMES BENSON | Owns - 2.6 yrs | $1.0M |
| 1710 E GILLCREST RD, GILBERT, AZ 85298 | JAMES BENSON | Owns - 5.0 yrs | $690k |
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FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in residential and commercial properties across Phoenix, AZ.
What companies is James Benson associated with?
James Benson is associated with 6 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include PHOENIX DRAGON FEI LLC, JMB MJB LLC, JMBMJB LLC, NOSNEB INVESTMENTS A GENERAL PARTNERSHIP, and NOSNEB INVESTMENTS.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 7 properties are associated with James Benson and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting James Benson to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, N.A., DEMAREE LC, and DIVERSIFIED FUNDING GROUP, indicating a mix of lending relationships.
How recent is their activity?
Records show activity from 2013 through 2024, with the most recent mortgage recorded in 2021.
How is associated activity determined?
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