Investor profile - FL
Michael Difato
Michael Difato is a real estate investor and operator based in Miami-Fort Lauderdale, FL. Public filings show activity across 9 properties held through 9 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include Ameris Bank, BEST BUY PROPERTIES, and SouthState Bank.
Michael's Activity
As of December 2025, public records show approximately $9.1M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 14 mortgage filings and 9 properties held through 9 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in residential and commercial assets recorded between 2017 and 2024.
Primary Geography
Miami-Fort Lauderdale, FL
ZIP codes: 33065, 33023, 33025, 33037, and 33071
Most recorded activity for this investor appears in CORAL SPRINGS, FORT LAUDERDALE, MIRAMAR, TAMARAC, and KEY LARGO.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (9)
FL · 0 properties · 5 mortgages
FL · 1 property · 3 mortgages
FL · 0 properties · 2 mortgages
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Mortgages (14)
Top Lenders
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/14/2022 | $3.5M | Open | Ameris Bank | ECM RE MARINE LLC | 98250 OVERSEAS HWY, KEY LARGO, FL 33037 |
| 08/05/2021 | $1.4M | Open | BEST BUY PROPERTIES | E&M 5700RP LLC | - |
| 08/05/2021 | $1.0M | Open | BEST BUY PROPERTIES | BEST BUY PROPERTIES INC | 790 NW 1ST ST, FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33311 |
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Owned Properties (9)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 98250 OVERSEAS HWY, KEY LARGO, FL 33037 | ECM RE MARINE LLC | Owns - 3.5 yrs | $3.7M |
| 790 NW 1ST ST, FORT LAUDERDALE, FL 33311 | E & M 5700RP LLC | Sold | $1.3M |
| 3880 SW 30TH ST, HOLLYWOOD, FL 33023 | E&M AUTO REPAIR LLC | Sold | $199k |
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FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in residential, commercial, and industrial properties across Miami-Fort Lauderdale, FL.
What companies is Michael Difato associated with?
Michael Difato is associated with 9 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include MD SFL MANAGEMENT LLC, MARKEY MARINE SERVICE INC, E&M AUTO REPAIR LLC, ECM RE MARINE LLC, and E&M 5700RP LLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 9 properties are associated with Michael Difato and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting Michael Difato to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references Ameris Bank, BEST BUY PROPERTIES, and SouthState Bank, indicating a mix of lending relationships.
How recent is their activity?
Records show activity from 2017 through 2024, with the most recent mortgage recorded in 2022.
How is associated activity determined?
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