Welcome to GRID Madison
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Who we are
Founded March 2026
Welcome! GRID Madison is a real estate investment community based in Madison, WI—built by investors for investors. We are a group of real people doing real deals in our local marketplace.
Our core mission is to connect to, learn from, and collaborate with like-minded people interested in growing their businesses and creating long-term wealth.
We welcome investors of all experience levels. We are life-long learners and believe everyone has value to share.
How it works
We meet once a month, 12 months a year, on the same day, week, and time of the month.
Each month we cover a different investing topic in the lifecycle of an investor—ranging from wholesaling to rehabbing to becoming a bank through private lending.
Our meetings are not sales pitches.
They are opportunities for us to dive deep into a real estate topic, connect with local experts in our marketplace, and build long-term relationships with other doers.
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Meet the GRID Community Leaders
About John
John is an experienced entrepreneur with a strong background in real estate and remodeling.
John is an owner of The Isthmus Group, Badger HomeBuyers, Mix-Tex Pavement Solutions, and Living A Midwest Life Team.
He brings a well-rounded skill set across negotiation, sales, property management, and relocation.
With a foundation in business, management, and marketing from the University of Wisconsin–Eau Claire, John combines hands-on industry experience with a sharp business development mindset, making him a strong operator and leader in the Madison market.
About Imani
Imani is a commercial real estate broker and investor specializing in off-market deal discovery and investment sales. Imani is an owner of The Isthmus Group.
He works across multifamily, mixed-use, and value-add commercial assets, connecting high-quality opportunities directly to serious buyers.
His network includes 1031 exchange investors, private equity groups, family offices, syndicators, and experienced operators actively deploying capital.
Imani brings a strong pulse on the private market and a clear edge in sourcing deals others never see.
About Michelle
Before real estate, Michelle built her career as a TV journalist, where she developed a talent for listening closely, asking the right questions, and breaking down complex information.
Today, she brings that same clarity and communication to her clients, guiding them through important financial decisions with confidence.
Known for her professionalism and energy, Michelle combines market expertise with a media-savvy approach to marketing, helping properties stand out and clients feel fully supported every step of the way.
Michelle is the owner of Renova Design Studio and works with investors to design and stage properties.
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The Isthmus Group
The source for off-market commercial real estate opportunities in Wisconsin.
Exclusive by nature. Strategic by design.
Trust: Backed by 20+ years in the real estate industry, we specialize in connecting qualified buyers and sellers through off-market transactions founded on trust, discretion, and proven expertise.
Ingenuity: By combining creative thinking with industry expertise, we continually find new ways to connect buyers and sellers, transforming off-market opportunities into successful investments.
Gratitude: Gratitude guides our work as we focus on creating long-term wealth and lasting financial impact for the investors and partners we serve.
Learn more about The Isthmus Group
Badger HomeBuyers
At Badger Home Buyers, we make selling your home in Milwaukee, Green Bay, or near Madison’s Capitol Square truly hassle-free. We handle everything—no repairs, realtor fees, waiting for buyers, or tenant headaches. From Appleton’s riverfront to Eau Claire’s heart, we buy homes as-is, letting you move forward with ease.
Respect: We treat you with fairness and genuine care.
No Extra Costs: No commissions, fees, or closing costs—keep your money.
Quick Exit: If your property’s a burden, we’ll help you resolve it fast.
Fast Cash: Need funds now? We buy directly and close quickly.
If this sounds like the solution you need, Badger HomeBuyers is ready to offer a straightforward, stress-free path across Wisconsin, from Waukesha’s rolling hills to Racine’s lakeshore. Contact us to see how we can buy your home fast without the usual complications.
Learn more about Badger HomeBuyers
Living a Midwest Life Team
Smart solutions. Creative strategy. Real estate done differently.
A real estate team that does more than buy and sell—we design, build, remodel, and invest. Serving the Madison, WI Metropolitan area, we help home sellers, buyers, and investors achieve their goals with a creative, hands-on, and value-driven approach
Sellers
We offer flexible solutions tailored to your goals. Whether you want to list your property for top-dollar or prefer a seamless direct sale, we’ve got you covered. Our in-house design, remodeling and construction experts help elevate your home through strategic repairs, updates and staging—ensuring your property shines and sells for more.
Buyers
From first-time buyers to seasoned homeowners, we guide you through every step of your purchase. Our team also specializes in custom builds and modular homes, helping buyers create the home that perfectly fits their lifestyle and vision.
Investors
We’re investors ourselves, and we understand the power of smart real estate strategy. Whether you’re seeking off-market opportunities, turnkey rentals, flip projects, or guidance to start your first investment portfolio, we offer hands-on support backed by deep market expertise.
Why We’re Different
Full-service: real estate + design + construction
Custom and modular home solutions
Skilled renovation team to maximize property value
Options to list or sell directly
Deep expertise in WI markets
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What people are saying
Very impressed. Probably the best content packed REI club meeting I’ve been to. If you are investing in real estate you have to join this group. Great assortment of industry professionals in the group as well.
— Whitney Sewell
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Phenomenal. These guys are the REAL DEAL and exactly who you want to associate yourself with to be successful in real estate investing. Honest, upfront, and experts at what they do I cannot recommend them more highly. From the moment I stepped into my first meetup (6 months ago) they have been nothing short of a class act. Very informative and lots of serious investors, wholesalers, lenders, contractors. As they say, the power is in the network and they have a great one.
— David Townsend
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GRID is exactly the kind of group I had been looking for as a new investor with a lot of questions and not sure who to trust for answers.
— Elise Browning
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