Grant Samuelsen

About Grant

Buying and selling homes is a human adventure, and for most of us, it’s one of the biggest decisions we’ll make in our lives. I believe this experience can’t be replaced by an algorithm, or by clicking a “buy” button. My mission is to get to the “real” in real estate: to push back, hard, against the idea that homes can be bought and sold like commodities. I’m an experienced, hands-on agent with the Witkins Realty Team, a part of the RE/MAX Preferred family in Madison, Wisconsin. I'm focused on service, communication, clarity, and education: you’ll always know what we’re doing, why we’re doing it, and how well it’s working. Working with sellers, I’ll find your home’s X-Factors, and create a visually rich marketing strategy that will inspire motivated buyers. For buyers, I’ll quickly gain a nuanced understanding of your interests and capacity, and I’ll be beside you at every moment as we navigate this challenging market. I hold the Accredited Buyers Representative (ABR) and Green designations from the National Association of Realtors, as well as a Masters of Public Administration from Carnegie-Mellon University, and a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. I’m originally from the Chicago area, but Madison has always been home. Before real estate, I spent 20 years managing research institutes at Duke University and the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and working in arts organizations in Chicago, Washington, and Pittsburgh. I’m a musician and record collector, and I’m fascinated by architecture, design, and urban history. I’m a supporter of Madison’s vibrant art and music communities, and I'm on the Board of the Madison Trust for Historic Preservation. My family lives on Madison’s east side, where we share a Craftsman Bungalow with a Pitbull mix, and far too many records and guitars.

over 6 years ago

Grant is an outstanding real estate agent. We...

Grant is an outstanding real estate agent. We recently bought our first house, and with Grant as our agent, we felt comfortable, informed, and confident that we were making the decision which was right for us. We met Grant at the UW Credit Union First-time Home Buyer Seminar, and it was immediately clear he is excellent at his job. He is incredibly knowledgeable about the real estate business and the current market, including a vast knowledge of architecture and the neighborhoods in and around Madison. He helped us to be sure we were making an informed decision about a major purchase, and he was our advocate during each step of the process. Grant diligently researched the house we were interested in and provided thorough explanations and recommendations. He took the intimidating experience of being first-time home buyers and made it accessible and smooth. Grant is also very personable, and easy to get along with and talk to. He is trustworthy, reliable, and was there for us 24/7 if we had questions or concerns. You can tell he personally wants to ensure his clients’ happiness and peace of mind. We absolutely recommend Grant to any home buyer. - Sarah and Pat

Grant's properties

Grant has sold 6 properties in the last 12 months, showing 4, sorted by most recent activity