About Quarm Investments, LLC
Quarm Investments, LLC is more than a real estate company — it’s a movement for equitable development and sustainable transformation. Based in North Liberty, Iowa, we were founded in 2025 to address the urgent housing needs of underserved communities across the state.
Our Origin
Our story began with three individuals from different backgrounds — a finance expert, a field operator, and a strategic technician — who shared a common frustration: watching Iowa’s housing stock deteriorate while local families struggled to find affordable, dignified homes. Together, we created Quarm Investments to do something about it. Today, we are 33.33% minority-owned and driven by a mission to uplift communities, one property at a time.
Our Mission
To revitalize underserved neighborhoods through strategic real estate investment — creating high-quality housing, empowering underrepresented communities, and delivering long-term value to our investors and the families we serve.
Leadership Team
James Dunham
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Chief Financial Officer
James leads Quarm Investments’ strategic vision and operations. With over 3 years of experience in real estate development and project management, the CEO has overseen projects ranging from residential subdivisions to urban rehabilitation initiatives. With his MBA in Finance, he brings deep knowledge of both operational and community-driven insight to the company. His role ensures every dollar is used with discipline and intention.
Samuel Odubasa
Chief Investment Officer (CIO), Financial Planning, Community Equity & Co-Founder
Samuel manages our investment strategy and compliance. As an African entrepreneur and 33.33% Minority owner, he champions inclusive ownership and economic empowerment. His leadership ensures that every project aligns with social goals while delivering measurable financial returns. His background includes working with community development, financial institutions, giving him insight into leveraging funds for maximum social impact alongside solid financial returns. Samuel will manage grant fund disbursement and reporting, ensuring full transparency and alignment with the project budget.
Justin Mills
Chief Operating Officer (COO), Field Operations, Quality Control & Construction Logistics
Justin is responsible for on-the-ground execution of property acquisitions and renovations. He is a real estate professional and a construction manager with 5 years in the field. Justin has successfully managed renovation projects similar in scope to our proposal, demonstrating a strong track record of completing projects on time and within budget. His expertise in building codes, contractor coordination, and quality control will ensure that the rehabilitation work meets all standards, and the dignity every family deserves. He’s the backbone of Quarm’s quality promise.
Our Values
- Purpose-Driven Profit: We believe community impact and investor returns go hand-in-hand.
- Equity & Inclusion: Our leadership reflects the communities we serve.
- Transparency: Open reporting and communication with all stakeholders.
- Scalable Change: Every project is a building block for something bigger.
Company Timeline
- 2025: Company founded and LLC registered in Iowa
- 2025 Q2: Target property for flagship redevelopment selected
- 2025 Q3–Q4: Launch of investor campaign & grant applications
- 2026: First 8–10 unit housing rehab project completed and occupied
- 2027–2030: Expand across Iowa with multiple simultaneous redevelopments
Our commitment is simple: Empower people. Restore neighborhoods. Build real, lasting value.