I'm Rafael Requena — a real estate and mortgage broker who brings both sides of the transaction under one roof. I guide buyers, sellers, investors, and homeowners through every kind of deal, including the difficult ones, with honesty and personal attention.
I'm a licensed California Real Estate Broker and Mortgage Broker, and the Broker–Owner behind BrokerInTrust Real Estate in Northridge. With 21 years in the real estate industry, I've trained through many of the field's most respected programs — Mike Ferry, Brian Tracy, and Tony Robbins among them — and built deep, hands-on expertise across residential sales, home financing, property investment, and bank-owned real estate.
That depth means I can offer my clients something rare: one knowledgeable professional who can guide a transaction all the way from financing through closing. For families facing difficult circumstances, I provide clear, honest guidance with the discretion and care the situation deserves — in English or Spanish.
Whatever your real estate need, I can handle it personally — with the same standard of care from our first call to the final signature.
Buying or selling a home in the San Fernando Valley — expert pricing, marketing, and negotiation that protects your interests at every step.
As a licensed mortgage broker, Rafael helps you secure competitive financing — purchase loans, refinancing, and pre-approvals, all under one roof.
Investor-focused guidance on acquisition, renovation strategy, and resale — helping you find value and turn properties profitably.
Representation and broker price opinions for bank-owned and REO properties, with the responsiveness and accuracy lenders rely on.
Honest, confidential support for homeowners navigating foreclosure, short sales, or pre-foreclosure — helping you understand every option available.
A short conversation is the best first step. There is no cost and no obligation.
Talk to RafaelMost clients get handed off between agents, lenders, and specialists. I keep it simple.
Real estate and financing handled by the same person — no confusion, no being passed around, no gaps.
Full service in English and Spanish, so every detail is understood clearly and nothing is lost in translation.
Foreclosures, short sales, REO, and distressed properties handled with discretion, honesty, and genuine care.
Away from real estate, my life is centered on my family. They are the reason I do what I do, and the standard I hold myself to in every deal — I treat my clients' homes and futures with the same care I'd want for my own.
I'm proud to live and work in the San Fernando Valley — the same community I serve. When I'm not helping clients, you'll usually find me with my family, on the soccer field, or staying active. I believe the best brokers are the ones who are genuinely part of the neighborhoods they represent.
A quick introduction to how Rafael works and what you can expect.
Whether you're buying, selling, financing, or facing a difficult situation — reach out for a free, no-obligation conversation.