Investor profile - IA
James Nervig
James Nervig is a real estate investor and operator based in Des Moines, IA. Public filings show activity across 133 properties held through 1 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include West Bank, Hardin County Savings Bank, and Iowa Trust.
James's Activity
As of December 2025, public records show approximately $9.5B in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 1,012 mortgage filings and 133 properties held through 1 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in residential and vacant assets recorded between 2018 and 2025.
Primary Geography
Des Moines, IA
ZIP codes: 50131, 50111, 50021, 50023, and 50009
Most recorded activity for this investor appears in JOHNSTON, ANKENY, GRIMES, DES MOINES, and ALTOONA.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (1)
IA · 81 properties · 1,012 mortgages
Mortgages (1,012)
Top Lenders
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/21/2025 | $1.5M | Open | Hardin County Savings Bank | GENESIS HOMES INC | 9420 NW 82ND AVE, JOHNSTON, IA 50131 |
| 11/10/2025 | $1.5M | Open | Hardin County Savings Bank | GENESIS HOMES INC | 1055 SW CATTAIL RD, GRIMES, IA 50111 |
| 11/10/2025 | $1.5M | Open | Hardin County Savings Bank | GENESIS HOMES INC | - |
+1009 more not shown
Owned Properties (133)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10130 NW 68TH AVE, JOHNSTON, IA 50131 | GENESIS HOMES INC | Owns - 5 mos | $537k |
| 10006 NW 68TH AVE, JOHNSTON, IA 50131 | GENESIS HOMES INC | Owns - 5 mos | $537k |
| 10118 NW 68TH AVE, JOHNSTON, IA 50131 | GENESIS HOMES INC | Owns - 5 mos | $537k |
+130 more not shown
FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in residential, vacant, and misc properties across Des Moines, IA.
What companies is James Nervig associated with?
James Nervig is associated with 1 entity based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include GENESIS HOMES INC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 133 properties are associated with James Nervig and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting James Nervig to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references West Bank, Hardin County Savings Bank, and Iowa Trust, indicating a mix of lending relationships.
How recent is their activity?
Records show activity from 2018 through 2025, with the most recent mortgage recorded in 2025.
How is associated activity determined?
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