Investor profile - WI
John Sams
John Sams is a real estate investor and operator based in Milwaukee, WI. Public filings show activity across 35 properties held through 1 holding companies. Recent mortgage relationships include Mach1 Lending, STEARNS LENDING, and FORTUNE 5 REALTY GROUP.
John's Activity
As of December 2025, public records show approximately $5.0M in recorded mortgage exposure linked to this investor across at least 38 mortgage filings and 35 properties held through 1 holding companies. Activity appears concentrated in residential and industrial assets recorded between 2023 and 2025.
Primary Geography
Milwaukee, WI
ZIP codes: 53218, 53223, 53225, 53209, and 53222
Most recorded activity for this investor appears in MILWAUKEE, WAUKESHA, RACINE, and FRANKSVILLE.
Property Type Breakdown
Associated Entities (1)
WI · 17 properties · 38 mortgages
Mortgages (38)
Top Lenders
| Date | Amount | Status | Lender | Borrower | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/10/2025 | $200k | Open | Mach1 Lending | FORTUNE 5 REALTY GROUP LLC | 7524 W MEDFORD AVE, MILWAUKEE, WI 53218 |
| 11/07/2025 | $185k | Open | STEARNS LENDING | FORTUNE 5 REALTY GROUP LLC | 2135 S 37TH ST, MILWAUKEE, WI 53215 |
| 11/04/2025 | $143k | Open | STEARNS LENDING | FORTUNE 5 REALTY GROUP LLC | 5605 N 95TH ST, MILWAUKEE, WI 53225 |
+35 more not shown
Owned Properties (35)
| Address | Deeded owner | Status | Consideration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7524 W MEDFORD AVE, MILWAUKEE, WI 53218 | FORTUNE 5 REALTY GROUP LLC | Owns - 2 mos | $120k |
| 7900 W BRADLEY RD, MILWAUKEE, WI 53223 | FORTUNE 5 REALTY GROUP LLC | Owns - 3 mos | $200k |
| 5369 N 66TH ST, MILWAUKEE, WI 53218 | FORTUNE 5 REALTY GROUP LLC | Owns - 5 mos | $100k |
+32 more not shown
FAQ
What type of real estate does this investor focus on?
Associated mortgages and deeds show activity in residential and industrial properties across Milwaukee, WI.
What companies is John Sams associated with?
John Sams is associated with 1 entity based on extracted signatures from public records. Key entities include FORTUNE 5 REALTY GROUP LLC.
How many properties are associated with this investor?
At least 35 properties are associated with John Sams and the entities they control, based on signatures extracted from recorded documents connecting John Sams to the entities.
Which lenders has this investor worked with?
Recent mortgage activity references Mach1 Lending, STEARNS LENDING, and FORTUNE 5 REALTY GROUP, indicating a mix of lending relationships.
How recent is their activity?
Records show activity from 2023 through 2025, with the most recent mortgage recorded in 2025.
How is associated activity determined?
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