Investor profile - NC
Zeno Hawkins
Zeno Hawkins is a real estate investor and operator based in Charlotte, NC-SC. Public filings show activity across 247 properties held through 22 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include CARTER LUMBER OF THE SOUTH, U.S. Bank, and Upright.
Zeno's Activity
As of December 2025, public records show approximately $3.0B in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 1,416 mortgage filings and 247 properties held through 22 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in residential and vacant assets recorded between 2015 and 2025.
Primary Geography
Charlotte, NC-SC
ZIP codes: 28037, 28215, 28278, 28214, and 28078
Most recorded activity for this investor appears in CHARLOTTE, DENVER, SHELBY, HUNTERSVILLE, and WINSTON SALEM.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (22)
NC · 47 properties · 911 mortgages
NC · 30 properties · 242 mortgages
NC · 11 properties · 155 mortgages
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Mortgages (1,416)
Top Lenders
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/13/2025 | $1.0M | Open | Mofin Lending | EXEMPLAR HOLDINGS LLC | 833 OLD MOUNTAIN RD, STATESVILLE, NC 28677 |
| 08/13/2025 | $1.0M | Open | Mofin Lending | EXEMPLAR HOLDINGS LLC | - |
| 08/13/2025 | $1.0M | Open | Mofin Lending | EXEMPLAR HOLDINGS LLC | 1820 SAFRIET RD, STATESVILLE, NC 28625 |
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Owned Properties (247)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 ARAPAHO DR, CHARLOTTE, NC 28214 4) | EXEMPLAR HOLDINGS LLC | Sold | $0 |
| 1308 EASTWAY DR, CHARLOTTE, NC 28205 | HELMSMAN HOMES LLC | Owns - 13 mos | $0 |
| 520 WABASH AVE, CHARLOTTE, NC 28208 | RS RENTAL III B LLC | Sold | $618 |
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FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in residential, vacant, and misc properties across Charlotte, NC-SC.
What companies is Zeno Hawkins associated with?
Zeno Hawkins is associated with 22 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include HELMSMAN HOMES LLC, NEST HOMES LLC, EXEMPLAR HOLDINGS LLC, NEST HOMES OF THE CAROLINAS LLC, and IRON HOLDINGS LLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 247 properties are associated with Zeno Hawkins and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting Zeno Hawkins to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references CARTER LUMBER OF THE SOUTH, U.S. Bank, and Upright, indicating a mix of lending relationships.
How recent is their activity?
Records show activity from 2015 through 2025, with the most recent mortgage recorded in 2025.
How is associated activity determined?
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