Investor profile - TX
Edward Merkel
Edward Merkel is a real estate investor and operator based in Dallas-Fort Worth, TX. Public filings show activity across 49 properties held through 2 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include Bank OZK, PROSPERITY BANK, and First Financial Bank.
Edward's Activity
As of December 2025, public records show approximately $497.2M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 619 mortgage filings and 49 properties held through 2 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in residential and misc assets recorded between 2017 and 2025.
Primary Geography
Dallas-Fort Worth, TX
ZIP codes: 76065, 75167, 75165, 76064, and 76063
Most recorded activity for this investor appears in WAXAHACHIE, MIDLOTHIAN, MAYPEARL, MANSFIELD, and VENUS.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (2)
TX · 42 properties · 616 mortgages
TX · 0 properties · 3 mortgages
Mortgages (619)
Top Lenders
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/20/2025 | $551k | Open | Bank OZK | ELMWOOD HOMES LLC | - |
| 11/06/2025 | $776k | Open | Oak Mortgage Group | ELMWOOD HOMES LLC | 2841 MOUNT ZION RD, MIDLOTHIAN, TX 76065 |
| 11/06/2025 | $615k | Open | UWM | ELMWOOD HOMES LLC | 3011 GUADALUPE PEAK DR, WAXAHACHIE, TX 75167 |
+616 more not shown
Owned Properties (49)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| OLSON RD, WAXAHACHIE, TX | JUSTIN SONAN | Owns - 6 mos | $639k |
| TRUE GRIT RD, WAXAHACHIE, TX | ELMWOOD HOMES LLC | Owns - 12 mos | $299k |
| MATADOR RANCH RD, WAXAHACHIE, TX | ELMWOOD HOMES LLC | Owns - 12 mos | $299k |
+46 more not shown
FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in residential, misc, and vacant properties across Dallas-Fort Worth, TX.
What companies is Edward Merkel associated with?
Edward Merkel is associated with 2 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include ELMWOOD HOMES LLC and EHIKEFARMS LLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 49 properties are associated with Edward Merkel and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting Edward Merkel to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references Bank OZK, PROSPERITY BANK, and First Financial Bank, 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 2025.
How is associated activity determined?
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