Investor profile - NY
Joseph Lax
Joseph Lax is a real estate investor and operator based in New York City, NY-NJ-CT. Public filings show activity across 9 properties held through 11 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include NEW YORK COMMUNITY BANK, The Continental Capital Group LLC, and FML FUNDING.
Joseph's Activity
As of December 2025, public records show approximately $6.9M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 9 mortgage filings and 9 properties held through 11 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in multifamily assets recorded between 2013 and 2025.
Primary Geography
New York City, NY-NJ-CT
ZIP codes: 11207, 11221, and 11233
Most recorded activity for this investor appears in BROOKLYN.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (11)
NY · 1 property · 2 mortgages
NY · 0 properties · 2 mortgages
NY · 0 properties · 1 mortgage
+8 more not shown
Mortgages (9)
Top Lenders
$2.1M · 1 loan
$1.0M · 1 loan
$960k · 1 loan
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/06/2025 | $117k | Open | Walker & Dunlop | 1140 DEKALB REALTY LLC | 1140 DEKALB AVE, BROOKLYN, NY 11221 |
| 03/09/2020 | $533k | Open | Northfield Bank | 1921 DECATUR LLC | 1019 DECATUR ST, BROOKLYN, NY 11207 |
| 03/09/2020 | $851k | Open | Spencer Savings Bank | SUMPTER ROCKAWAY LLC | 80 ROCKAWAY AVE, BROOKLYN, NY 11233 |
+6 more not shown
Owned Properties (9)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 PLEASANT PL, BROOKLYN, NY 11233 | DB 1342 TIC LLC | Owns - 4.9 yrs | $605k |
| 1342 BUSHWICK AVE, BROOKLYN, NY 11207 | BUSHWICK DECATUR LLC | Sold | $659k |
| 80 ROCKAWAY AVE, BROOKLYN, NY 11233 | SUMPTER ROCKAWAY LLC | Owns - 8.9 yrs | $230k |
+6 more not shown
FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in multifamily properties across New York City, NY-NJ-CT.
What companies is Joseph Lax associated with?
Joseph Lax is associated with 11 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include SUMPTER ROCKAWAY LLC, 1140 DEKALB REALTY LLC, 94 HARMAN ST LLC, JOSEPH LAX A MARRIED MAN, and 1075 DEKALB LLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 9 properties are associated with Joseph Lax and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting Joseph Lax to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references NEW YORK COMMUNITY BANK, The Continental Capital Group LLC, and FML FUNDING, indicating a mix of lending relationships.
How recent is their activity?
Records show activity from 2013 through 2025, with the most recent mortgage recorded in 2025.
How is associated activity determined?
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