Investor profile - OH
Richard Smith
Richard Smith is a real estate investor and operator based in Columbus, OH. Public filings show activity across 38 properties held through 17 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include Richwood Bank, City National Bank, and The Farmers National Bank of Canfield.
Richard's Activity
As of December 2025, public records show approximately $2.9M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 15 mortgage filings and 38 properties held through 17 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in residential and multifamily assets recorded between 2010 and 2025.
Primary Geography
Columbus, OH
ZIP codes: 43206, 43223, 43123, 43203, and 43204
Most recorded activity for this investor appears in COLUMBUS, CINCINNATI, GROVE CITY, AKRON, and CLEVELAND.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (17)
OH · 31 properties · 5 mortgages
OH · 5 properties · 5 mortgages
OH · 1 property · 3 mortgages
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Mortgages (15)
Top Lenders
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/19/2025 | $246k | Open | The Farmers National Bank of Canfield | BRAKD LLC | 7762 CHESTERFIELD DR, CHIPPEWA LAKE, OH 44215 |
| 10/25/2023 | $107k | Closed | The Farmers National Bank of Canfield | BRAKD LLC | 1471 REDWOOD AVE, AKRON, OH 44301 |
| 03/28/2022 | $71k | Open | The Farmers National Bank of Canfield | BRAKD LLC | 671 OCEAN AVE, AKRON, OH 44310 |
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Owned Properties (38)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 671 OCEAN AVE, AKRON, OH 44310 | BRAKD LLC | Owns - 3.8 yrs | $95k |
| 698 COLE AVE, AKRON, OH 44306 | BRAKD LLC | Owns - 3.8 yrs | $83k |
| 8151 LONGHORN RD, POWELL, OH 43065 | WINDSOR HOMES LLC | Sold | $0 |
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FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in residential, multifamily, and vacant properties across Columbus, OH.
What companies is Richard Smith associated with?
Richard Smith is associated with 17 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include WINDSOR HOMES LLC, BRAKD LLC, RIVER ROX LLC, MR BB 1 LLC, and COLUMBIA FINANCIAL LLC AKA COLUMBIA FINANCIAL LTD AN OHIO LLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 38 properties are associated with Richard Smith and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting Richard Smith to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references Richwood Bank, City National Bank, and The Farmers National Bank of Canfield, 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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