Investor Profile - IL
Clifford Smith
Clifford Smith is a real estate investor and operator based in Chicago, IL-IN-WI. Public filings show activity across 42 properties held through 4 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include Northwest Bank of Rockford, ROCKFORD BANK AND TRUST COMPAN, and Northwest Bank.
Clifford's Activity
As of June 2026, public records show approximately $2.0M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 15 mortgage filings and 42 properties held through 4 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in residential and industrial assets recorded between 2016 and 2025.
Associated People
Primary Geography
Chicago, IL-IN-WI
ZIP codes: 61107, 61115, 61108, 61111, and 61114
Most activity in ROCKFORD, MACHESNEY PARK, LOVES PARK, PALATINE, and CICERO.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (4)
IL · 4 properties · 13 mortgages
IL · 1 property · 1 mortgage
+2 more entities not shown
Mortgages (15)
Top Lenders
$1.3M · 5 loans
$320k · 1 loan
$188k · 1 loan
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/30/2025 | $320k | Open | Northwest Bank of Rockford | 4304 MARAY LLC | 4304 MARAY DR, ROCKFORD, IL 61107 |
| 06/16/2023 | $320k | Open | Northwest Bank of Rockford | ICHIBAN PROPERTIES LLC | 7195 STEPHENS RD, ROCKTON, IL 61072 |
+13 more not shown
Owned Properties (42)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1015 ARDEN AVE, ROCKFORD, IL 61107 | ICHIBAN PROPERTIES LLC | Sold | $119k |
| 1620 SCOTTSWOOD RD, ROCKFORD, IL 61107 | ICHIBAN PROPERTIES LLC | Sold | $155k |
+40 more not shown
FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in residential, industrial, and agricultural properties across Chicago, IL-IN-WI.
What companies is Clifford Smith associated with?
Clifford Smith is associated with 4 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include ICHIBAN PROPERTIES LLC, 4304 MARAY LLC, CLEVELAND CLIFFS RIVERDALE LLC, and SUMMIT RESTORATION PLLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 42 properties are associated with Clifford Smith and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting Clifford Smith to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references Northwest Bank of Rockford, ROCKFORD BANK AND TRUST COMPAN, and Northwest Bank, indicating a mix of lending relationships.
How recent is their activity?
Records show activity from 2016 through 2025, with the most recent mortgage recorded in 2025.
How is associated activity determined?
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