Investor Profile - NC
Christopher Cates
Christopher Cates is a real estate investor and operator based in Fayetteville, NC. Public filings show activity across 428 properties held through 24 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include NATIONWIDE LIFE INSURANCE COMP, COGENT BANK, and Pinnacle Financial Partners.
Christopher's Activity
As of May 2026, public records show approximately $102.2M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 28 mortgage filings and 428 properties held through 24 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in residential and vacant assets recorded between 2016 and 2026.
Associated People
Primary Geography
Fayetteville, NC
ZIP codes: 27520, 28376, 28314, 28348, and 27837
Most activity in CLAYTON, RAEFORD, FAYETTEVILLE, HOPE MILLS, and GRIMESLAND.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (24)
NC · 101 properties · 238 mortgages
NC · 0 properties · 4 mortgages
+22 more entities not shown
Mortgages (28)
Top Lenders
$38.5M · 1 loan
$28.8M · 1 loan
$20.2M · 3 loans
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/02/2026 | $563k | Open | ANDERSON CREEK PARTNERS | ACC DEVELOPERS LLC | 307 ANDERSON LAKE DR, SPRING LAKE, NC 28390 |
| 04/02/2026 | $1.9M | Open | First Bank | ACC DEVELOPERS LLC | 307 ANDERSON LAKE DR, SPRING LAKE, NC 28390 |
+26 more not shown
Owned Properties (428)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 307 ANDERSON LAKE DR, SPRING LAKE, NC 28390 | ACC DEVELOPERS LLC | Owns - 2 mos | $563k |
| 5038 OVERHILLS RD, SPRING LAKE, NC 28390 | ACC DEVELOPERS LLC | Owns - 8 mos | $1.2M |
+426 more not shown
FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in residential, vacant, and exempt properties across Fayetteville, NC.
What companies is Christopher Cates associated with?
Christopher Cates is associated with 24 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include CATES BUILDING INC, HIGHCROFT OF FAYETTEVILLE LLC, ACC DEVELOPERS LLC, LIONSGATE INVESTMENTS LLC, and WEST ARLINGTON LLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 428 properties are associated with Christopher Cates and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting Christopher Cates to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references NATIONWIDE LIFE INSURANCE COMP, COGENT BANK, and Pinnacle Financial Partners, 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 2026.
How is associated activity determined?
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