Investor Profile - TX
James Dorney
James Dorney is a real estate investor and operator based in Austin, TX. Public filings show activity across 930 properties held through 34 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include Texas Capital Bank, International Bank of Commerce, and Pioneer Bank.
James's Activity
As of June 2026, public records show approximately $4.4B in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 631 mortgage filings and 930 properties held through 34 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in residential and vacant assets recorded between 2015 and 2026.
Associated People
Primary Geography
Austin, TX
ZIP codes: 78660, 78666, 78665, 78748, and 78744
Most activity in AUSTIN, PFLUGERVILLE, ROUND ROCK, SAN MARCOS, and MANOR.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (34)
TX · 57 properties · 475 mortgages
TX · 0 properties · 28 mortgages
+32 more entities not shown
Mortgages (631)
Top Lenders
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/08/2025 | $7.8M | Open | JLE Investments | SFE 64 GT LLC | 150 FM 1105, GEORGETOWN, TX 78626 |
| 05/26/2022 | $986k | Open | First Choice Bank | 8501 ROCKWOOD LLC | 8501 ROCKWOOD LN, AUSTIN, TX 78757 |
+629 more not shown
Owned Properties (930)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 150 FM 1105, GEORGETOWN, TX 78626 | SFE 64 GT LLC | Owns - 9 mos | $0 |
| 3500 WINGREN DR, IRVING, TX 75062 | JAMES DORMAN | Owns - 19 mos | $964k |
+928 more not shown
FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in residential, vacant, and exempt properties across Austin, TX.
What companies is James Dorney associated with?
James Dorney is associated with 34 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include BUFFINGTON TEXAS CLASSIC HOMES LLC, BUFFINGTON HOMEBUILDING GROUP LTD, ESPERANZA 104 LLC, J & M DORNAN LLC, and BUFFINGTON HOMEBUILDING GROUP MANAGEMENT LLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 930 properties are associated with James Dorney and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting James Dorney to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references Texas Capital Bank, International Bank of Commerce, and Pioneer Bank, 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 2025.
How is associated activity determined?
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