Investor Profile - WA
James Black
James Black is a real estate investor and operator based in Spokane, WA-ID. Public filings show activity across 48 properties held through 18 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include Reinsurance Group of America, GoodLife Home Loans, and First Interstate Bank.
James's Activity
As of June 2026, public records show approximately $52.6M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 17 mortgage filings and 48 properties held through 18 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in commercial and residential assets recorded between 2016 and 2025.
Associated People
Primary Geography
Spokane, WA-ID
ZIP codes: 99217, 98134, 99202, 99205, and 99212
Most activity in SPOKANE, SPOKANE VALLEY, SEATTLE, KETTLE FALLS, and BELLINGHAM.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (18)
WA · 9 properties · 9 mortgages
WA · 1 property · 2 mortgages
+16 more entities not shown
Mortgages (17)
Top Lenders
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/23/2024 | $2.5M | Open | US Bank | COURTLAND APARTMENTS LLC | 1309 EVERGREEN RD, SPOKANE VALLEY, WA 99216 |
| 06/05/2023 | $200k | Open | BLACK JAMES | JBLACK PROPERTIES LLC | 1516 E HOLYOKE AVE, SPOKANE, WA 99217 |
+15 more not shown
Owned Properties (48)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6217 N DIVISION ST, SPOKANE, WA 99208 | EVANSON REAL ESTATE LLC | Owns - 17 mos | $313 |
| 2417 S UNIVERSITY RD, SPOKANE VALLEY, WA 99206 | EVANSON REAL ESTATE LLC | Owns - 17 mos | $313 |
+46 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 Spokane, WA-ID.
What companies is James Black associated with?
James Black is associated with 18 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include JBLACK PROPERTIES LLC, RUMPSHAKER LLC, LATAH CREEK PLAZA LLC, RIVERSIDE & POST LLC, and COURTLAND APARTMENTS LLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 48 properties are associated with James Black and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting James Black to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references Reinsurance Group of America, GoodLife Home Loans, and First Interstate Bank, indicating a mix of lending relationships.
How recent is their activity?
Records show activity from 2016 through 2025, with the most recent mortgage recorded in 2024.
How is associated activity determined?
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