Enrique Lizarazu, Real Estate Agent

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★★★★★
"Enrique Lizarazu is a professional, knowledgeable and capable real estate agent in San Gabriel Valley. He understood our needs and found an elegant duplex in Pasadena within 2 weeks for us. He guided us through the process of acquiring, negotiating and completing the purchase within 45 days. He deserves the highest rating in the area of local real estate knowledge, negotiation skills and responsiveness. We would recommend him to anyone looking for a partner in home buying or selling process." - Raymond & Monica

★★★★★
"This is to express my appreciation for your diligence, hard work and exceptional manner in which you handled the sale of our two properties in Pasadena. The sale prices and expediency of both sales exceeded our expectations. Everything from the marketing of the properties, your work with buyers and their representatives, to the close of the escrows was excellent and on time as promised. I am sure that I speak for both Frank and Grace in thanking you for your professionalism and congeniality in all of our dealings. Your expertise and knowledge of the realty business made all this happen in a painless, timely and highly acceptable manner. We would not hesitate to use your services again, refer clients or provide references to any potential buyers or sellers. Thanks again." - Anthony G.

★★★★★
"Mr. Enrique Lizarazu is very knowledgeable and experienced in the San Gabriel Valley Real Estate market. His unmatched professionalism coupled with his firm but kind guidance helped us throughout the process of selling our house in Pasadena. His expertise and hard work provided us with the most optimum results. We are very happy with his performance and strongly recommend him as the best Real Estate Agent in the area." - The Thompson Family

★★★★★
"Thank so much Enrique. Any referral I come across will be to you. It was great seeing you after so many years, and a pleasure working with you on the sale of Woodbury and the purchase of Altadena. Your personality, professionalism and knowledge of the real estate industry played a major role in my choosing of an agent to represent me. Your calmness kept me at ease, and your negotiating skills provided me with security and your attention to detail gave me full trust in you. Many agents are strictly sales oriented. You are no way a salesman - you are a true real estate agent. Thank you for your patience and your quick response times. If or when I choose to buy or sale again, you'll get my call." - Tim

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"When I first decided to buy a home I knew little or nothing about the real estate business and was apprehensive about dealing with someone trying to sell me a property, images of a pushy used car salesman were going through my mind. I was pleasantly surprised when I met Enrique and had an enjoyable conversation about what I was looking for in a property with my interests being of primary importance to him instead of what he would like to sell me. From that point on it was as if Enrique were my guide through some foreign country explaining the ins and outs of looking at properties and what the "rules to the game" were. After seeing several properties I was more comfortable in what I was looking at and better able to define what I was looking for based on what was out there. When we found the place I finally bought, I felt like Enrique had provided me all the information I needed to make an intelligent choice, and I am happy to say I have not regreted it. If I were to buy another property I would not hesitate to turn to Enrique for assistance." - D.J.

★★★★★
"My wife and I were looking to buy our first home. So our friends introduced us to Enrique. During our first meeting, he was great to talk to. He did an excellent job of explaining the current situation, walking us through the process (since we are first-time buyers), and gave us a glimpse into what we should expect based on his experience. What we liked the most is that he is very knowledgeable with a construction background and experienced agent in this field. But besides that, he was able to relate to us just like family and understood what we wanted to do. It is easy for a realtor to tell you just to buy, but for him to take the time to relate that specific house to your own scenario and future scenario is a blessing. We saw many houses and many townhouses during the process. We were glad Enrique was there with us explaining items about the house, things to fix in the near future, items about city regulations, and the neighborhood. I remember walking into some houses, and he told us immediately that we should not buy this place. When we found our house, he was still working around the clock to help us buy it in this tough environment. Then he also provided us advice in the loan process, even though that is a separate entity. It is an entire package deal. We bought a great home in a terrific neighborhood. We found an experienced and reliable real estate agent in Enrique who feels just like family." - Gus

★★★★★
"Hola Enrique! Con toda seguridad hemos de recomendarte no solo por el excelente trabajo que has realizado con la asesoría de la compra de nuestra casa, además de todas las atenciones que has tenido para con nosotros ha hecho que ahora te contemos entre nuestros amigos.
Muchas gracias por la revista American Lifestyle que nos enviaste, me encanto el articulo y receta sobre "Passion Fruit", apenas tenga algunas de esas frutas en casa, preparare las tartas.
Una vez mas, millones de gracias por todas las atenciones y diligencias que has tenido para nosotros.
Un gran abrazo" - Nadia y E.

★★★★★
"Enrique is conscientious and a kind person. It was a pleasure doing business with Enrique. We appreciate Enrique´s professionalism, preparedness, enthusiasm, and patience. Enrique, thank you for all you have done to help us!" - Madelaine

★★★★★
"In my quest to find a home, I´ve begun to not think of Enrique as a Realtor but more like a close, trustworthy friend, who happens to know a lot about real estate purchases. He is my answer source for everything from plumbing and home foundations, to market trends and negotiation tactics. The search for a fantastic agent ends at Enrique´s door. Current and Future Client." - Linda

★★★★★
"Enrique is the epitome of patience and professionalism. After nine months of looking, he found the perfect home for me and my family. He walked me through the entire process and always kept me abreast of what I should expect next." - R.O.

★★★★★
"We are very much impressed by the way Enrique handled our home sale. Every detail was taken care of without any delays. We were kept informed daily of the sales status. He also acted as our counselor during the purchase of our new home." - Tom and Lois G.

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"Dear Enrique, We wanted to take this opportunity to thank you for the wonderful job you did in finding us a new home in La Canada Flintridge. You were professional, responsive and thorough during the entire house search process. Your knowledge and attention to details brought us tremendous value in making decision.
Most important of all, you always gave us the attention we were looking for from a real estate agent. As we being the first time home buyer, we were unfamiliar with the real estate market and purchase process. However, you always had time for us, even for the simplest questions or concerns. You guided us with much care through every single step of the purchase process and provided tremendous emotional support when we made numerous decisions.
It was a pleasant experience working with you this past year. Please feel free to use us as a reference for your new clients. We would not hesitate to recommend you to our friends or anyone in the future."Best wishes,"

★★★★★
"Dear Enrique,My mother and I want to thank you for the wonderful work you did in selling her house. You are very professional and yet very caring and considerate of my mother's needs. You made the process comfortable and stress free. Thank you again for everything. Sincerely" - Kyoko

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"Dear Enrique,Thank you for taking care of the sale of the house on Prewett. I know you are trying your best. This week I am going to have someone take care of the weeds in the back yard. Call me when you have some good news!" - Yvonne

★★★★★
"Dear Enrique,Every time I think of you I always pause and pray "Thank you , lord, for sending such a special friend my way. I thank you and your staff for the wonderful effort of helping Jasmine and I get our home. Many Thanks," - Wonda & Jasmine

★★★★★
"Dear Enrique,Thank you very much for your service rendered in connection with the recent sale or our home at Vista Laguna Terrace. Your handling of the transaction from the beginning to the very end was exemplary in its professionalism. We also respected and appreciated your integrity, patience and sense of humor. That we would be delighted to recommend Lizarazu & Associates to those with Real Estate needs goes without saying! We wish you success and prosperity for the remainder of this year and into the new Millennium.Yours truly," - James and Maya

★★★★★
"Dear Enrique,On behalf of the Community Development Committee, we wish to thank you for the many hours of valued service you devoted to the Committee and the City of Pasadena.
Your tenure with the committee has been invaluable, particularly because of your expertise in real estate. Your leadership in guiding the Housing Subcommittee has helped us reshape affordable housing programs.
As is tradition with the departure of Committee members, we will host a reception in June or July 1997 at which time we will present you with a Resolution of Appreciation. As that date gets closer, you will receive a formal invitation.
Your friendship is a blessing for us all." - Jacquelynne C.

★★★★★
"Enrique, thank you for all your help with the house. We feel really good about it and you'll have to come see when we are done with it. Your suggestions & kindness with the whole procedure is greatly appreciated. See you guys soon!" - Jim & Cindi

★★★★★
"Thank you Enrique for taking the time with me. I value your efforts in helping me go through the process of buying this property and intend on recommending you to anyone interested in buying property" - Charly

★★★★★
"My property sold faster than I anticipated. This was probably due to the marketing and care that Enrique and his team had in place during the sale process.
I was extremely pleased with the fact that Enrique was flexible by accommodating my schedule and was more than willing to assist with repairs or last minute changes. Enrique, thank you again for making a major life changing event less stressful." - Linda

★★★★★
"The past 3 months have been a long struggle but through your hard work & dedication, we were able to get through it all. Thank you for your constant professionalism, kindness, and support that you have offered our family. You were always looking for our best interest and for that, we are thankful we wish you & your family all the best in everything you do." - Rosa & Jasmine & Tania

About Enrique

Enrique Lizarazu, owner of Lizarazu & Associates Inc. (a registered real estate agent for Compass), represents buyers and sellers looking for residential and investment opportunities along the 210 Foothill Corridor from Sunland to Glendora. With over 44 years of experience in the housing market as a real estate agent/broker, investor and developer, Enrique has always challenged himself to accomplish what others may think is too difficult or downright impossible. While serving on the Pasadena Development Commission, Enrique was named the "Real Estate go to guy" by city officials for his overall knowledge about the housing industry. With both an expertise and a passion to help those with complex financial issues, Enrique has helped many property owners and investors build a nest egg, and in some cases, an empire.

Far from being a typical agent that just sells houses, Enrique has always taken on an active role in helping his clients solve issues that stand in the way of building their property portfolios. In the 1980s, when many homeowners had difficulty finding financing, Enrique began acting as an advocate for his clients to help them expand their investments by seeking solutions to their financial challenges. To this day, he continues to find solutions to the different challenges that arise for his clients in the ever-changing housing market.

Born in Bogota, Colombia, Enrique moved to Pasadena with his family as a child. While still in high school, he began working as a Transaction Coordinator with his mother, a Realtor® with Bona Real Estate. In fact, Enrique was one of the first Transaction Coordinators in the local real estate industry where he served as liaison between all parties from buyers and sellers to the title companies, escrow companies and the lenders.

While attending Pasadena Community College and Cal Poly Pomona, Enrique worked as a part-time agent for the residential real estate brokerage earning referral fees and commissions. Armed with a drive to succeed, Enrique's commissions began to exceed what his college professors were then earning, leading him to choose a full-time career in real estate after graduating. In 1979, he became a licensed real estate agent and in 1984, he earned his Brokers
License.

In 1993, Enrique's expertise was recognized by others in the housing industry when he was appointed to a four-year term on the Pasadena Community Development Commission (PCDC). In 1995 and 1996, he additionally chaired the Affordable Housing Committee, an offshoot of the PCDC, which created affordable housing in Pasadena by merging government programs with local, county and state programs.

From the mid-1990s to 2007, Enrique got further involved in the housing market as an investor and a developer of 25 affordable, single-family residences in the Pasadena area. In 2003, he founded Lizarazu and Associates, Inc., a Pasadena realty that provided property management and representation for residential income properties, residential and multi-family apartment complex sales. Over the next 28 years, built the realty's reputation by successfully closing transactions ranging from values of $45,000 to $6 million.

During this time, he also began investing in luxury housing and income properties in Los Angeles. From his work in both areas, he acquired in-depth knowledge of development standards, guidelines and entitlements, which today, sets him apart from other agents/brokers by providing expertise to advise his clients on a wide range of housing-related issues.

As a bi-lingual Broker/Agent, Enrique uses the tools of education to reach prospective home buyers, speaking at First-Time Buyer Fairs and on programs sponsored by different city and county agencies to promote housing. In addition to possessing a very clear understanding of the different neighborhoods and communities that make up the San Gabriel Valleys, his 44+ years of in-depth experience across the housing market provides a level of expertise that comes from personal experience.

Enrique Lizarazu holds the designations of GRI (Graduate Realtors Institute) and CRS (Certified Residential Specialist). He served on the board of the Pasadena Foothill Association of Realtors (2010-2013) and is a member of the California Association of Realtors and the National Association of Hispanic Realtors. He is also a past board member of the YMCA of Pasadena.

For more information, Enrique can be contacted by phone at: (626) 818-0980 or email at:
enriquel@lizarazurealty.com. Visit Lizarazu Realty at: www.lizarazurealty.com.