Investor profile - MI
Brian Desmit
Brian Desmit is a real estate investor and operator based in Grand Rapids, MI. Public filings show activity across 1 properties held through 4 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include MARK VER BURG, ROBERT W SPICA TRUST, and JAMES R AND MARY C JANSSEN.
Brian's Activity
As of December 2025, public records show approximately $2.7M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 14 mortgage filings and 1 properties held through 4 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in vacant assets recorded between 2014 and 2025.
Primary Geography
Grand Rapids, MI
ZIP codes: 49078
Most recorded activity for this investor appears in OTSEGO.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (4)
MI · 2 properties · 82 mortgages
MI · 5 properties · 12 mortgages
MI · 0 properties · 2 mortgages
+1 more not shown
Mortgages (14)
Top Lenders
$1.2M · 6 loans
$1.0M · 1 loan
$350k · 1 loan
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/25/2025 | $500k | Open | MARK VER BURG | WHY KNOTT VENTURES LLC | - |
| 11/16/2023 | $350k | Open | JAMES R AND MARY C JANSSEN | WHY KNOTT VENTURES LLC | - |
| 06/20/2023 | $150k | Open | MARK VER BURG | WHY KNOTT VENTURES LLC | 1079 15TH ST, OTSEGO, MI 49078 |
+11 more not shown
Owned Properties (1)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 111TH AVE, OTSEGO, MI 49078 | WHY KNOTT VENTURES LLC | Owns - 4.6 yrs | $295k |
+0 more not shown
FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in vacant properties across Grand Rapids, MI.
What companies is Brian Desmit associated with?
Brian Desmit is associated with 4 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include TRISTAR EXCAVATING & CONSTRUCTION INC, WHY KNOTT VENTURES LLC, 4268 DIVISION LLC, and TIMSED HOLDINGS LLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 1 properties are associated with Brian Desmit and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting Brian Desmit to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references MARK VER BURG, ROBERT W SPICA TRUST, and JAMES R AND MARY C JANSSEN, indicating a mix of lending relationships.
How recent is their activity?
Records show activity from 2014 through 2025, with the most recent mortgage recorded in 2025.
How is associated activity determined?
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