Investor profile - LA
Leslie Smith
Leslie Smith is a real estate investor and operator based in New Orleans, LA. Public filings show activity across 9 properties held through 3 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include CITIZENS BK AND TR COVIVIAN LA, Bank of Louisiana, and Home Bank.
Leslie's Activity
As of December 2025, public records show approximately $11.7M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 17 mortgage filings and 9 properties held through 3 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in residential and multifamily assets recorded between 2010 and 2025.
Primary Geography
New Orleans, LA
ZIP codes: 70072, 71104, 70126, 70127, and 71101
Most recorded activity for this investor appears in SHREVEPORT, MARRERO, and NEW ORLEANS.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (3)
LA · 11 properties · 15 mortgages
LA · 0 properties · 1 mortgage
LA · 1 property · 1 mortgage
Mortgages (17)
Top Lenders
$10.0M · 1 loan
$442k · 2 loans
$341k · 4 loans
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/24/2025 | $10.0M | Open | CITIZENS BK AND TR COVIVIAN LA | PROPERTY QUEST LLC | 234 WILKINSON ST, SHREVEPORT, LA 71104 |
| 07/09/2025 | $103k | Open | CONSTRUCTIVE LOANS | PROPERTY QUEST LLC | 239 PROSPECT ST, SHREVEPORT, LA 71104 |
| 07/07/2025 | $25k | Open | TAYLOR FAMILY PROPERTY | PROPERTY QUEST LLC | 135 LISTER ST, SHREVEPORT, LA 71101 |
+14 more not shown
Owned Properties (9)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 234 WILKINSON ST, SHREVEPORT, LA 71104 | PROPERTY QUEST LLC | Owns - 5 mos | $144k |
| 239 PROSPECT ST, SHREVEPORT, LA 71104 | PROPERTY QUEST LLC | Owns - 6 mos | $137k |
| 135 LISTER ST, SHREVEPORT, LA 71101 | PROPERTY QUEST LLC | Owns - 6 mos | $165k |
+6 more not shown
FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in residential and multifamily properties across New Orleans, LA.
What companies is Leslie Smith associated with?
Leslie Smith is associated with 3 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include PROPERTY QUEST LLC, NEW DIRECTION MINISTRIES CHURCH INC, and NITALE INVESTMENTS LLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 9 properties are associated with Leslie Smith and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting Leslie Smith to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references CITIZENS BK AND TR COVIVIAN LA, Bank of Louisiana, and Home 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 2025.
How is associated activity determined?
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