Investor profile - TX
James Dorney
James Dorney is a real estate investor and operator based in Austin, TX. Public filings show activity across 648 properties held through 28 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include Texas Capital Bank, International Bank of Commerce, and Pioneer Bank.
James's Activity
As of December 2025, public records show approximately $6.8B in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 2,088 mortgage filings and 648 properties held through 28 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in residential and office assets recorded between 2010 and 2025.
Associated People
Primary Geography
Austin, TX
ZIP codes: 78660, 78748, 78737, 78610, and 78653
Most recorded activity for this investor appears in AUSTIN, PFLUGERVILLE, BUDA, MANOR, and ROUND ROCK.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (28)
TX · 219 properties · 1,832 mortgages
TX · 5 properties · 200 mortgages
TX · 0 properties · 26 mortgages
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Mortgages (2,088)
Top Lenders
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/08/2025 | $7.8M | Open | JLE INVESTMENTS | SFE 64 GT LLC | - |
| 05/26/2022 | $986k | Open | First Choice Bank | 8501 ROCKWOOD LLC | - |
| 05/26/2022 | $1.0M | Open | First Choice Bank | 7500 SAINT CECELIA LLC | - |
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Owned Properties (648)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9508 WHISPER WILLOW BLVD, MANOR, TX 78653 | BUFFINGTON TEXAS CLASSIC HOMES LLC | Owns - 4.6 yrs | $463k |
| 9829 EVENING CANOPY DR, MANOR, TX 78653 | BUFFINGTON TEXAS CLASSIC HOMES LLC | Owns - 4.6 yrs | $25.0M |
| 16508 FETCHING AVE, MANOR, TX 78653 | BUFFINGTON TEXAS CLASSIC HOMES LLC | Owns - 5.0 yrs | $25.0M |
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FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in residential and office properties across Austin, TX.
What companies is James Dorney associated with?
James Dorney is associated with 28 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include BUFFINGTON TEXAS CLASSIC HOMES LLC, BUFFINGTON SIGNATURE HOMES LLC, BUFFINGTON HOMEBUILDING GROUP LTD, ESPERANZA 104 LLC, and 272 OSP LLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 648 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 2010 through 2025, with the most recent mortgage recorded in 2025.
How is associated activity determined?
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