Investor Profile - MI
Brian Desmit
Brian Desmit is a real estate investor and operator based in Grand Rapids, MI. Public filings show activity across 73 properties held through 4 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include VERBURG MARK, THE PETER AND TINA M HAAKSMA LIVING TRUS, and BURG MARK.
Brian's Activity
As of June 2026, public records show approximately $990k in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 13 mortgage filings and 73 properties held through 4 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in residential and vacant assets recorded between 2016 and 2026.
Associated People
Primary Geography
Grand Rapids, MI
ZIP codes: 49316, 49078, 49323, 49348, and 49418
Most activity in CALEDONIA, OTSEGO, DORR, WAYLAND, and GRAND RAPIDS.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (4)
MI · 12 properties · 72 mortgages
MI · 6 properties · 11 mortgages
+2 more entities not shown
Mortgages (13)
Top Lenders
$650k · 2 loans
$240k · 1 loan
$100k · 1 loan
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/25/2025 | $500k | Open | VERBURG MARK | WHY KNOTT VENTURES LLC | 4077 SANDY RIDGE DR, DORR, MI 49323 |
| 11/16/2023 | $350k | Closed | JANSSEN JAMES | WHY KNOTT VENTURES LLC | 1282 122ND AVE, HOPKINS, MI 49328 |
+11 more not shown
Owned Properties (73)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3063 10TH ST, WAYLAND, MI 49348 | TIMSED HOLDINGS LLC | Owns - 6 mos | $0 |
| 7350 HOMERICH AVE SW, BYRON CENTER, MI 49315 | TIMSED HOLDINGS LLC | Owns - 2.5 yrs | $0 |
+71 more not shown
FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in residential, vacant, and office 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 73 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 VERBURG MARK, THE PETER AND TINA M HAAKSMA LIVING TRUS, and BURG MARK, indicating a mix of lending relationships.
How recent is their activity?
Records show activity from 2016 through 2026, with the most recent mortgage recorded in 2025.
How is associated activity determined?
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