Investor Profile - TX
Albert Chao
Albert Chao is a real estate investor and operator based in Houston, TX. Public filings show activity across 2 properties held through 4 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include Deutsche Bank National Trust Company.
Albert's Activity
As of June 2026, public records show approximately $27.7M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 1 mortgage filings and 2 properties held through 4 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in office and vacant assets recorded between 2017 and 2025.
Associated People
Primary Geography
Houston, TX
ZIP codes: 75252 and 77064
Most activity in DALLAS and HOUSTON.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (4)
TX · 1 property · 1 mortgage
TX · 3 properties · 0 mortgages
+2 more entities not shown
Mortgages (1)
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/03/2017 | $27.7M | Open | Deutsche Bank National Trust Company | TPG PRESTON PLAZA LTD | 17950 PRESTON RD, DALLAS, TX 75252 |
Owned Properties (2)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| MILLS RD, HOUSTON, TX 77064 | TING TSUNG & WEI FONG CHAO FOUNDATION | Owns - 8.8 yrs | $0 |
| 17950 PRESTON RD, DALLAS, TX 75252 | TPG PRESTON PLAZA LTD | Owns - 8.8 yrs | $34.6M |
FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in office and vacant properties across Houston, TX.
What companies is Albert Chao associated with?
Albert Chao is associated with 4 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include TPG PRESTON PLAZA LTD, WESTLAKE PIPE & FITTINGS CORP, HOUSTON BALLET FOUNDATION, and TING TSUNG & WEI FONG CHAO FOUNDATION.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 2 properties are associated with Albert Chao and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting Albert Chao to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references Deutsche Bank National Trust Company, indicating a mix of lending relationships.
How recent is their activity?
Records show activity from 2017 through 2025, with the most recent mortgage recorded in 2017.
How is associated activity determined?
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