Investor Profile - NC
Michael Brafford
Michael Brafford is a real estate investor and operator based in Raleigh-Durham, NC. Public filings show activity across 19 properties held through 6 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include Walker & Dunlop, HCC INVESTORS, and Benchmark Community Bank.
Michael's Activity
As of November 2026, public records show approximately $47.2M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 5 mortgage filings and 19 properties held through 6 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in residential and vacant assets recorded between 2015 and 2024.
Associated People
Primary Geography
Raleigh-Durham, NC
ZIP codes: 27536, 27537, 27544, 27587, and 27601
Most activity in HENDERSON, WAKE FOREST, RALEIGH, EMERALD ISLE, and KITTRELL.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (6)
NC · 2 properties · 2 mortgages
NC · 0 properties · 1 mortgage
+4 more entities not shown
Mortgages (5)
Top Lenders
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/22/2024 | $22.0M | Open | Walker & Dunlop | LAWSON LLC | - |
| 04/25/2023 | $98k | Open | Benchmark Community Bank | ROCKET INVESTMENTS LLC | 1340 DABNEY DR, HENDERSON, NC 27536 |
+3 more not shown
Owned Properties (19)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| KERR LKS, HENDERSON, NC 27537 | HENDERSON COUNTRY CLUB INC | Sold | $0 |
| 1340 DABNEY DR, HENDERSON, NC 27536 | ROCKET INVESTMENTS LLC | Owns - 3.6 yrs | $130k |
+17 more not shown
FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in residential, vacant, and commercial properties across Raleigh-Durham, NC.
What companies is Michael Brafford associated with?
Michael Brafford is associated with 6 entities based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include ROCKET INVESTMENTS LLC, HENDERSON COUNTRY CLUB INC, LAWSON LLC, MD VENTURES LLC, and LAWSON TWO LLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 19 properties are associated with Michael Brafford and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting Michael Brafford to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references Walker & Dunlop, HCC INVESTORS, and Benchmark Community Bank, indicating a mix of lending relationships.
How recent is their activity?
Records show activity from 2015 through 2024, with the most recent mortgage recorded in 2024.
How is associated activity determined?
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