Investor Profile - TX
James Cotton
James Cotton is a real estate investor and operator based in Austin, TX. Public filings show activity across 113 properties held through 57 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include A+ Federal Credit Union, First United Bank, and AMERICAN EQUITY INVESTMENT LIFE INSURANCE.
James's Activity
As of May 2026, public records show approximately $64.0M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 76 mortgage filings and 113 properties held through 57 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in commercial and residential assets recorded between 2015 and 2026.
Associated People
Primary Geography
Austin, TX
ZIP codes: 78660, 78759, 78704, 78613, and 78758
Most activity in AUSTIN, PFLUGERVILLE, CEDAR PARK, SUNSET VALLEY, and CIBOLO.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (57)
TX · 8 properties · 9 mortgages
TX · 1 property · 6 mortgages
+55 more entities not shown
Mortgages (76)
Top Lenders
$7.1M · 5 loans
$6.8M · 2 loans
$5.8M · 1 loan
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/16/2026 | $784k | Open | BOK Financial | MGCC TEXAS ENTERPRISES LLC | 18350 FM 306, CANYON LAKE, TX 78133 |
| 03/02/2026 | $2.0M | Open | Horizon Bank SSB | AYDENROCK BUILDING INC | 215 SANDERS FARM RD, TEMPLE, TX |
+74 more not shown
Owned Properties (113)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1409 W 6TH ST, AUSTIN, TX 78703 | JJABC LP | Owns - 1 mo | $0 |
| 1192 AIRPORT BLVD, AUSTIN, TX 78702 | AIRPORT RADS LLC | Owns - 7 mos | $1.5M |
+111 more not shown
FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in commercial, residential, and vacant properties across Austin, TX.
What companies is James Cotton associated with?
James Cotton is associated with 57 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include MGCC TEXAS ENTERPRISES LLC, JC SHIRLEY LLC, JJABC LP, 10600 APPLIANCES LLC, and TNA PARIS COMPLEX LLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 113 properties are associated with James Cotton and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting James Cotton to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references A+ Federal Credit Union, First United Bank, and AMERICAN EQUITY INVESTMENT LIFE INSURANCE, indicating a mix of lending relationships.
How recent is their activity?
Records show activity from 2015 through 2026, with the most recent mortgage recorded in 2026.
How is associated activity determined?
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