Lizbeth Arteaga

THE BUYER’S GUIDE

Welcome to your home-buying journey.

A place to begin.

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AN ILLUSTRATION TO IMAGINE THE POSSIBILITIES

I am a business owner/Realtor who's passionate about helping families build generational wealth. As a first-generation daughter, I understand the importance of finding the right home to share with those close to you and investing hard-earned money. Whether you are buying or selling, count on me for all the stages in your life!

Core values

Mission

My mission is to understand my clients. Anyone can close a deal, but how I work during the process makes me stand out.

Vision

My vision is to guide my clients towards completing their goals.

Values

I value honesty, communication, and integrity.

The buying process

  1. Discover + strategy

    • Goals, must-haves, budget, timeline
  2. Pre-approval + prep

    • Lender, documents, financing plan
  3. Home search + tours

    • Shortlist, showings, feedback loops
  4. Offer + negotiations

    • Terms, counteroffers, acceptance
  5. Due diligence + underwriting

    • Inspections, appraisal, final loan approval
  6. Final walk-through + closing

    • Keys, funding, next steps

Communication

  • How we’ll communicate: text/call/email — whatever you prefer.
  • Frequency: regular check-ins during the search, and increased updates once we’re under contract.
  • Tour feedback loop: after each tour, I’ll capture what you liked/disliked to refine the shortlist quickly.
  • Key milestone updates: offer submitted/response, inspection results, appraisal, loan conditions, final walk-through, and closing timeline.
  • What I need from you: quick responses on time-sensitive items (offers, repair requests, lender documents).

Negotiation

  • Offer strategy: price, contingencies, timelines, earnest money, and seller-friendly terms when needed.
  • Competitive edge: escalation clauses, appraisal gap strategies (when appropriate), and strong lender coordination.
  • Inspection negotiations: repair requests, credits, and prioritizing safety/major systems.
  • Appraisal + financing: options if value comes in low (renegotiate, dispute, adjust terms, or walk away if necessary).
  • My goal: protect your budget and timeline while keeping you in the strongest position to win the home.

Before we meet: quick buyer prep checklist

Get ready for our first conversation with a checklist for your goals, timing, budget, home preferences, and questions.

Download the buyer checklist (PDF)

Open your home-search worksheet →

WHENEVER YOU’RE READY

Let’s talk home.

Bring your questions. We’ll find a next step that makes sense for you.

Book a buyer consultationMessage Liz(562) 270-4441Explore the seller’s guide →