Investor profile - NC
Thomas James
Thomas James is a real estate investor and operator based in Piedmont Triad, NC. Public filings show activity across 10 properties held through 14 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include American Fidelity, First Horizon Bank, and HIGH POINT BANK AND TRUST.
Thomas's Activity
As of December 2025, public records show approximately $31.5M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 25 mortgage filings and 10 properties held through 14 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in residential and commercial assets recorded between 2010 and 2025.
Primary Geography
Piedmont Triad, NC
ZIP codes: 27405, 27370, 27406, 27407, and 27455
Most recorded activity for this investor appears in GREENSBORO, DURHAM, TRINITY, and BLOWING ROCK.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (14)
NC · 2 properties · 7 mortgages
NC · 18 properties · 4 mortgages
NC · 0 properties · 3 mortgages
+11 more not shown
Mortgages (25)
Top Lenders
$11.2M · 1 loan
$4.2M · 1 loan
$3.6M · 5 loans
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/20/2025 | $470k | Open | T COOPER JAMES AND WIFE GLINDA S JAMES | REDWINE INVESTORS LLC | - |
| 10/07/2024 | $4.2M | Open | First Horizon Bank | GREENBRIAR INVESTORS LLC | 3501 N ELM ST, GREENSBORO, NC 27405 |
| 08/22/2023 | $1.0M | Open | First National Bank | 444 LAUREL LLC | 444 LAUREL LN, BLOWING ROCK, NC 28605 |
+22 more not shown
Owned Properties (10)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 413 NC HIGHWAY 150 W, GREENSBORO, NC 27455 | SHAW FARMS SC LLC | Owns - 3.2 yrs | $4k |
| 444 LAUREL LN, BLOWING ROCK, NC 28605 | STEVE GREENE | Owns - 6.3 yrs | $8k |
| 3501 N ELM ST, GREENSBORO, NC 27405 | GREENBRIAR INVESTORS LLC | Owns - 7.2 yrs | $0 |
+7 more not shown
FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in residential, commercial, and industrial properties across Piedmont Triad, NC.
What companies is Thomas James associated with?
Thomas James is associated with 14 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include LAFFEY DG LLC, GREENBRIAR INVESTORS LLC, WENDOVER WEST GROUP INC, OLD EAST DG LLC, and MAURY HALL INVESTORS LLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 10 properties are associated with Thomas James and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting Thomas James to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references American Fidelity, First Horizon Bank, and HIGH POINT BANK AND TRUST, 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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