Investor profile - IL
Michael Brooks
Michael Brooks is a real estate investor and operator based in Chicago, IL-IN-WI. Public filings show activity across 254 properties held through 84 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include BRIGHTHOUSE LIFE INSURANCE COM, Farm Credit Illinois, and FARM CREDIT ILLINOIS PCA.
Michael's Activity
As of December 2025, public records show approximately $251.6M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 31 mortgage filings and 254 properties held through 84 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in residential and multifamily assets recorded between 2015 and 2025.
Primary Geography
Chicago, IL-IN-WI
ZIP codes: 60620, 60302, 60409, 60429, and 60617
Most recorded activity for this investor appears in CHICAGO, OAK PARK, CALUMET, LANSING, and COUNTRY CLUB HILLS.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (84)
IL · 14,484 properties · 67 mortgages
IL · 1 property · 16 mortgages
IL · 1,503 properties · 5 mortgages
+81 more not shown
Mortgages (31)
Top Lenders
$209.7M · 2 loans
$34.1M · 16 loans
$4.0M · 1 loan
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/08/2025 | $1.1M | Open | Farm Credit Illinois | BBM FARMS LLC | - |
| 05/08/2025 | $4.3M | Open | Farm Credit Illinois | BBM FARMS LLC | - |
| 05/08/2025 | $4.3M | Open | Farm Credit Illinois | BBM FARMS LLC | - |
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Owned Properties (254)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9610 S WALLACE ST, CHICAGO, IL 60628 | CIVIC REAL ESTATE HOLDINGS III LLC | Sold | $0 |
| 31 WEBB ST, CALUMET, IL 60409 | US BANK TRUST NA NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR VRMTG ASSET TRUST | Sold | $0 |
| 4149 176TH PL, COUNTRY CLUB HILLS, IL 60478 | US BANK TRUST NA NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR VRMTG ASSET TRUST | Sold | $0 |
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FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in residential, multifamily, and vacant properties across Chicago, IL-IN-WI.
What companies is Michael Brooks associated with?
Michael Brooks is associated with 84 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include US BANK NA, BBM FARMS LLC, FLAGSTAR BANK FSB, AMA REAL ESTATE LLC, and US BANK TRUST NA.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 254 properties are associated with Michael Brooks and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting Michael Brooks to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references BRIGHTHOUSE LIFE INSURANCE COM, Farm Credit Illinois, and FARM CREDIT ILLINOIS PCA, indicating a mix of lending relationships.
How recent is their activity?
Records show activity from 2015 through 2025, with the most recent mortgage recorded in 2025.
How is associated activity determined?
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