Investor profile - NC
John Gripman
John Gripman is a real estate investor and operator based in Raleigh-Durham, NC. Public filings show activity across 14 properties held through 3 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include FARMERS AND MERCHANTS BANK AKA F AND M BANK, JAMES E ALLEN, and STEPHEN B EASTMAN JR.
John's Activity
As of December 2025, public records show approximately $14.4M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 26 mortgage filings and 14 properties held through 3 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in residential and vacant assets recorded between 2016 and 2025.
Primary Geography
Raleigh-Durham, NC
ZIP codes: 27609, 27539, 27606, and 27608
Most recorded activity for this investor appears in RALEIGH and APEX.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (3)
NC · 8 properties · 26 mortgages
NC · 7 properties · 24 mortgages
NC · 0 properties · 0 mortgages
Mortgages (26)
Top Lenders
$9.5M · 13 loans
$2.6M · 4 loans
$1.4M · 3 loans
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/25/2024 | $450k | Open | FARMERS AND MERCHANTS BANK AKA F AND M BANK | CUSTOM ESTATE HOMES INC | 781 MANCHESTER DR, RALEIGH, NC 27609 |
| 09/20/2024 | $318k | Open | FARMERS AND MERCHANTS BANK AKA F AND M BANK | CUSTOM ESTATE HOMES INC | 6908 BENT PINE PL, RALEIGH, NC 27615 |
| 04/30/2024 | $916k | Open | FARMERS AND MERCHANTS BANK AKA F AND M BANK | CUSTOM ESTATE HOMES INC | 2320 TOLL MILL CT, RALEIGH, NC 27606 |
+23 more not shown
Owned Properties (14)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 781 MANCHESTER DR, RALEIGH, NC 27609 | CUSTOM ESTATE HOMES INC | Sold | $2k |
| 701 MANCHESTER DR, RALEIGH, NC 27609 | CUSTOM ESTATE HOMES INC | Sold | $2k |
| 4409 YADKIN DR, RALEIGH, NC 27609 | CUSTOM ESTATE HOMES INC | Sold | $1k |
+11 more not shown
FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in residential and vacant properties across Raleigh-Durham, NC.
What companies is John Gripman associated with?
John Gripman is associated with 3 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include CUSTOM ESTATE HOMES INC, SANCTUARY PARTNERS LLC, and GRIPMAN ASSOCIATES LLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 14 properties are associated with John Gripman and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting John Gripman to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references FARMERS AND MERCHANTS BANK AKA F AND M BANK, JAMES E ALLEN, and STEPHEN B EASTMAN JR, indicating a mix of lending relationships.
How recent is their activity?
Records show activity from 2016 through 2025, with the most recent mortgage recorded in 2024.
How is associated activity determined?
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