Investor profile - IL
James Gerard
James Gerard is a real estate investor and operator based in Chicago, IL-IN-WI. Public filings show activity across 12 properties held through 11 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include First Nations Bank, Centrust Bank, and THE LORI SHEPHERD VAN DE MARK LIVING TRU.
James's Activity
As of December 2025, public records show approximately $1.5M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 17 mortgage filings and 12 properties held through 11 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in multifamily and residential assets recorded between 2016 and 2025.
Associated People
Primary Geography
Chicago, IL-IN-WI
ZIP codes: 60623, 60624, 60134, 60174, and 60609
Most recorded activity for this investor appears in CHICAGO, GENEVA, and SAINT CHARLES.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (11)
IL · 6 properties · 12 mortgages
IL · 0 properties · 1 mortgage
IL · 0 properties · 1 mortgage
+8 more not shown
Mortgages (17)
Top Lenders
$1.0M · 2 loans
$500k · 1 loan
$0 · 0 loans
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/04/2025 | $431k | Open | First Nations Bank | BDG REAL ESTATE INVESTMENTS LLC | 317 S 2ND ST, SAINT CHARLES, IL 60174 |
| 06/10/2021 | $575k | Open | First Nations Bank | BDG REAL ESTATE INVESTMENTS LLC 1140 S KEELER SERIES | 1549 S SAINT LOUIS AVE, CHICAGO, IL 60623 |
| 05/26/2021 | $345k | Closed | First Nations Bank | BDG REAL ESTATE INVESTMENTS LLC | 1406 S HAMLIN AVE, CHICAGO, IL 60623 |
+14 more not shown
Owned Properties (12)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1218 S KEDVALE AVE, CHICAGO, IL 60623 | BDG REAL ESTATE INVESTMENTS LLC | Sold | $420k |
| 1440 S KEDVALE AVE, CHICAGO, IL 60623 | JAMES GERARD | Owns - 4.7 yrs | $0 |
| 218 S 4TH ST, GENEVA, IL 60134 | WESTSIDE REAL ESTATE LLC | Owns - 6.0 yrs | $295k |
+9 more not shown
FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in multifamily, residential, and commercial properties across Chicago, IL-IN-WI.
What companies is James Gerard associated with?
James Gerard is associated with 11 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include BDG REAL ESTATE INVESTMENTS LLC, BDG REAL ESTATE INVESTMENTS LLC 4009 W LEXINGTON SERIES AN ILLINOIS SERIES LLC, BDG REAL ESTATE INVESTMENTS LLC 1140 S KEELER SERIES, WESTSIDE REAL ESTATE LLC, and BDG REAL INVESTMENTS LLC 3845 W FLOURNOY SERIES AINOIS SERIES LLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 12 properties are associated with James Gerard and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting James Gerard to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references First Nations Bank, Centrust Bank, and THE LORI SHEPHERD VAN DE MARK LIVING TRU, 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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