Investor profile - KY
James Ernest
James Ernest is a real estate investor and operator based in Lexington, KY. Public filings show activity across 2 properties held through 2 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include Bank of Lexington.
James's Activity
As of January 2026, public records show approximately $3.4M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 5 mortgage filings and 2 properties held through 2 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in residential assets recorded between 2020 and 2024.
Associated People
Primary Geography
Lexington, KY
ZIP codes: 40356 and 40509
Most recorded activity for this investor appears in NICHOLASVILLE and LEXINGTON.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (2)
KY · 12 properties · 58 mortgages
KY · 4 properties · 5 mortgages
Mortgages (5)
Top Lenders
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/09/2024 | $718k | Open | Bank of Lexington | PRO BUILT INVESTMENTS LLC | 2144 MARKET GARDEN LN, LEXINGTON, KY 40509 |
| 07/19/2021 | $1.1M | Open | Bank of Lexington | PRO BUILT INVESTMENTS LLC | 1014 DELLA DR, LEXINGTON, KY 40504 |
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Owned Properties (2)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 101 HUBBARD CT, NICHOLASVILLE, KY 40356 | PRO BUILT INVESTMENTS LLC | Owns - 4.6 yrs | $190k |
| 1248 MOON RISE WAY, LEXINGTON, KY 40509 | PRO BUILT INVESTMENTS LLC | Sold | $68k |
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FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in residential properties across Lexington, KY.
What companies is James Ernest associated with?
James Ernest is associated with 2 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include ARTIQUE CUSTOM HOMES LLC and PRO BUILT INVESTMENTS LLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 2 properties are associated with James Ernest and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting James Ernest to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references Bank of Lexington, indicating a mix of lending relationships.
How recent is their activity?
Records show activity from 2020 through 2024, with the most recent mortgage recorded in 2024.
How is associated activity determined?
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