Investor profile - AZ
James Smith
James Smith is a real estate investor and operator based in Phoenix, AZ. Public filings show activity across 74 properties held through 49 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include F&B Financial Group, SAS MORTGAGE TRUST, and Old North Capital Fund.
James's Activity
As of December 2025, public records show approximately $80.0M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 60 mortgage filings and 74 properties held through 49 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in residential and misc assets recorded between 2011 and 2025.
Primary Geography
Phoenix, AZ
ZIP codes: 85018, 85016, 85142, 85006, and 85361
Most recorded activity for this investor appears in PHOENIX, SCOTTSDALE, MESA, TUCSON, and PEORIA.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (49)
AZ · 1 property · 23 mortgages
AZ · 1 property · 15 mortgages
AZ · 19,492 properties · 7 mortgages
+46 more not shown
Mortgages (60)
Top Lenders
$18.9M · 3 loans
$18.5M · 1 loan
$12.4M · 8 loans
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/26/2025 | $2.1M | Open | Old North Capital Fund | DIAMOND KING DEVELOPMENT GROUP LLC | 9138 W BRILES RD, PEORIA, AZ 85383 |
| 09/26/2025 | $2.1M | Open | Old North Capital Fund | DIAMOND KING DEVELOPMENT GROUP | 9112 W BRILES RD, PEORIA, AZ 85383 |
| 09/26/2025 | $2.1M | Open | Old North Capital Fund | DIAMOND KING DEVELOPMENT GROUP LLC | 9112 W BRILES RD, PEORIA, AZ 85383 |
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Owned Properties (74)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3850 N CAMDEN DR, FLORENCE, AZ 85132 | JAMES SMITH | Owns - 3 mos | $367k |
| 9138 W BRILES RD, PEORIA, AZ 85383 | DIAMOND KING DEVELOPMENT GROUP LLC | Owns - 3 mos | $0 |
| 1326 W FAIRMONT DR, TEMPE, AZ 85282 | 3702 SOUTH HARDY LLC | Owns - 5 mos | $9.0M |
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FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in residential, misc, and vacant properties across Phoenix, AZ.
What companies is James Smith associated with?
James Smith is associated with 49 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include DIAMOND KING GROUP LLC, DIAMOND KING DEVELOPMENT GROUP LLC, BANK OF AMERICA NA, DIAMOND KING DEVELOPMENT GROUP, and TRUSTEES OF THE SMITH FAMILY TRUST.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 74 properties are associated with James Smith and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting James Smith to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references F&B Financial Group, SAS MORTGAGE TRUST, and Old North Capital Fund, indicating a mix of lending relationships.
How recent is their activity?
Records show activity from 2011 through 2025, with the most recent mortgage recorded in 2025.
How is associated activity determined?
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