Investor profile - IL
Derek Hackney
Derek Hackney is a real estate investor and operator based in Chicago, IL-IN-WI. Public filings show activity across 24 properties held through 5 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include Bank of Pontiac, Hometown National Bank, and Old Second National Bank.
Derek's Activity
As of December 2025, public records show approximately $13.0M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 42 mortgage filings and 24 properties held through 5 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in residential and commercial assets recorded between 2010 and 2025.
Associated People
Primary Geography
Chicago, IL-IN-WI
ZIP codes: 60435, 60436, 60441, 60433, and 60466
Most recorded activity for this investor appears in JOLIET, LOCKPORT, PARK FOREST, MOKENA, and CREST HILL.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (5)
IL · 38 properties · 27 mortgages
IL · 8 properties · 14 mortgages
IL · 0 properties · 1 mortgage
+2 more not shown
Mortgages (42)
Top Lenders
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/13/2024 | $1.5M | Open | Bank of Pontiac | STEEL CITY PROPERTIES LLC | 914 N RAYNOR AVE, JOLIET, IL 60435 |
| 03/13/2024 | $1.5M | Open | Bank of Pontiac | STEEL CITY PROPERTIES LLC | 912 AUDREY AVE, JOLIET, IL 60436 |
| 03/13/2024 | $1.5M | Open | Bank of Pontiac | STEEL CITY PROPERTIES LLC | 1204 EDGERTON DR, JOLIET, IL 60435 |
+39 more not shown
Owned Properties (24)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1114 N HICKORY ST, JOLIET, IL 60435 | STEEL CITY PROPERTIES LLC | Owns - 3.3 yrs | $100k |
| 1204 EDGERTON DR, JOLIET, IL 60435 | STEEL CITY PROPERTIES LLC | Owns - 4.1 yrs | $135k |
| 1221 OAKLAND AVE, JOLIET, IL 60435 | STEEL CITY PROPERTIES LLC | Owns - 7.9 yrs | $40k |
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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 Chicago, IL-IN-WI.
What companies is Derek Hackney associated with?
Derek Hackney is associated with 5 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include STEEL CITY PROPERTIES LLC, DF PROPERTIES LLC, RENTALS BY THE H AND M LLC, STEEL CITY PROPERTIES LLC 348 MARQUETTE SERIES, and STEEL CITY PROPERTIES LLC 306 SHAWNEE SERIES.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 24 properties are associated with Derek Hackney and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting Derek Hackney to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references Bank of Pontiac, Hometown National Bank, and Old Second National Bank, indicating a mix of lending relationships.
How recent is their activity?
Records show activity from 2010 through 2025, with the most recent mortgage recorded in 2024.
How is associated activity determined?
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