Investor profile - IL
Derek Maurer
Derek Maurer is a real estate investor and operator based in Chicago, IL-IN-WI. Public filings show activity across 82 properties held through 2 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include Bank of Pontiac, First Bank of Highland Park, and NORTH SHORE TRUST AND SAVINGS.
Derek's Activity
As of December 2025, public records show approximately $626.9M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 118 mortgage filings and 82 properties held through 2 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in residential and multifamily assets recorded between 2011 and 2025.
Associated People
Primary Geography
Chicago, IL-IN-WI
ZIP codes: 60085, 60048, 60087, 60030, and 60040
Most recorded activity for this investor appears in WAUKEGAN, LIBERTYVILLE, GRAYSLAKE, HIGHWOOD, and GURNEE.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (2)
IL · 55 properties · 118 mortgages
IL · 1 property · 0 mortgages
Mortgages (118)
Top Lenders
$592.6M · 63 loans
$16.9M · 13 loans
$6.9M · 6 loans
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/24/2025 | $975k | Open | State Bank of The Lakes | BERG HOLDINGS INC | 789 N MCKINLEY RD, LAKE FOREST, IL 60045 |
| 10/24/2025 | $488k | Open | First Secure Harvard Savings Bank | BERG HOLDINGS INC | 789 N MCKINLEY RD, LAKE FOREST, IL 60045 |
| 10/08/2025 | $900k | Open | Grand Ridge National Bank | BERG HOLDINGS INC | 320 N AVE, LIBERTYVILLE, IL 60048 |
+115 more not shown
Owned Properties (82)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 789 N MCKINLEY RD, LAKE FOREST, IL 60045 | BERG HOLDINGS INC | Owns - 2 mos | $650k |
| 320 N AVE, LIBERTYVILLE, IL 60048 | BERG HOLDINGS INC | Owns - 10 mos | $415k |
| 314 N AVE, LIBERTYVILLE, IL 60048 | BERG HOLDINGS INC | Owns - 10 mos | $1.1M |
+79 more not shown
FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in residential, multifamily, and commercial properties across Chicago, IL-IN-WI.
What companies is Derek Maurer associated with?
Derek Maurer is associated with 2 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include BERG HOLDINGS INC and FRONT STREET INVESTMENTS LLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 82 properties are associated with Derek Maurer and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting Derek Maurer to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references Bank of Pontiac, First Bank of Highland Park, and NORTH SHORE TRUST AND SAVINGS, 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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