Investor profile - TX
Derek Gkelley
Derek Gkelley is a real estate investor and operator based in Houston, TX. Public filings show activity across 6 properties held through 1 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include Emporium TPO, Renovo Financial, and RECORD OWNERS.
Derek's Activity
As of December 2025, public records show approximately $1.4M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 15 mortgage filings and 6 properties held through 1 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in residential and multifamily assets recorded between 2021 and 2024.
Associated People
Primary Geography
Houston, TX
ZIP codes: 77523, 75043, 77004, and 77074
Most recorded activity for this investor appears in HOUSTON, BAYTOWN, BEACH, and GARLAND.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (1)
TX · 9 properties · 15 mortgages
Mortgages (15)
Top Lenders
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/24/2024 | $479k | Open | Emporium TPO | K5 FLIPPERS LLC | 2623 CANFIELD ST, HOUSTON, TX 77004 |
| 01/22/2024 | $245k | Closed | SYCO Capital | K5 FLIPPERS LLC | 4406 MALLARD DR, BAYTOWN, TX 77523 |
| 01/22/2024 | $110k | Open | SELDEN DAVID | K5 FLIPPERS LLC | 222 S SPARROW WAY, TEXAS, TX 77591 |
+12 more not shown
Owned Properties (6)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2623 CANFIELD ST, HOUSTON, TX 77004 | K5 FLIPPERS LLC | Owns - 14 mos | $637k |
| 4406 MALLARD DR, BAYTOWN, TX 77523 | K5 FLIPPERS LLC | Sold | $326k |
| 127 SEA CREST PARK RD, BEACH, TX 77523 | K5 FLIPPERS LLC | Owns - 2.5 yrs | $226k |
+3 more not shown
FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in residential and multifamily properties across Houston, TX.
What companies is Derek Gkelley associated with?
Derek Gkelley is associated with 1 entity based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include K5 FLIPPERS LLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 6 properties are associated with Derek Gkelley and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting Derek Gkelley to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references Emporium TPO, Renovo Financial, and RECORD OWNERS, indicating a mix of lending relationships.
How recent is their activity?
Records show activity from 2021 through 2024, with the most recent mortgage recorded in 2024.
How is associated activity determined?
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