Griselda Espinoza is the founder and managing broker of Terranova Real Estate Group, a Culver City real estate and mortgage brokerage at 10200 Venice Blvd #201. With more than 27 years of experience, she helps buyers, sellers, landlords and investors across Culver City, Mar Vista, Marina del Rey and the Westside, in English and Spanish.
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A Culver City realtor who is also a mortgage broker
Most agents hand your financing to someone else and hope it goes well. Griselda is licensed as both a real estate broker (DRE #01785581) and a mortgage broker (NMLS #1091484), so the person who prices your offer also understands how your loan will be underwritten. That matters in a competitive Westside market, where a clean, well-structured offer can win over a higher one that has financing risk.
Terranova Lending Group, our in-house brokerage, shops more than 80 lenders for conventional, jumbo, FHA, VA, USDA, SBA, DSCR investor and bank statement loans, as well as ground-up construction financing for new homes and ADUs.
Real estate in Culver City: what makes it different
Culver City is a small city with a big personality. Downtown Culver City, centered on the historic Culver Hotel, has a walkable mix of restaurants, theaters, galleries and studios. The Metro E Line stops here, Ballona Creek has bike paths, and the city runs its own school district. Housing ranges from mid-century single-family homes and bungalows to condos, townhomes and newer infill construction.
Neighborhoods we know block by block
- Downtown Culver City and the Arts District: condos, lofts and creative offices within walking distance of dining and the Expo Line.
- Culver Crest and Blair Hills: hillside homes with city views and a quieter, residential feel.
- Fox Hills and Studio Village: family neighborhoods with a mix of townhomes and single-family houses.
- Sunkist Park and Lucerne-Higuera: tree-lined streets close to Venice Boulevard and Sepulveda.
See our full guide: homes for sale in Culver City.
How Griselda helps
If you are buying
You get a strategy before you see a single house: a realistic budget, a lender-ready preapproval, a short list of neighborhoods and a plan for writing offers that stand out. Griselda attends the walk-throughs that matter, reads the inspection and HOA documents with you, and coordinates escrow so you always know what is next. Read more on our buyer services page.
If you are selling
Pricing, preparation and presentation decide most sales. Griselda starts with a comparative market analysis built from nearby recent sales, recommends the preparation that pays for itself, and markets your home on the MLS, social media and her local network. Start with a free home evaluation or see how we sell homes.
If you are a landlord or investor
From leasing and tenant screening for one to four units to DSCR loans that qualify on rental income, Terranova supports investors who want clean numbers and steady occupancy. We also work with clients who want to use Bitcoin to buy real estate.
How working with Terranova works
- Free consultation. We talk through your goals, timing and budget. No pressure and no obligation.
- Plan and financing. We prepare your preapproval or pricing plan, and choose the right loan or listing strategy.
- Search or launch. We find and tour homes with you, or prepare and list your property.
- Offer, escrow and inspections. We negotiate, manage deadlines and keep every party on schedule.
- Closing and after. We make sure the keys, the funds and the paperwork all land on time, and we stay available afterward.
Areas served
Terranova serves clients in Culver City, Mar Vista and Westchester, Marina del Rey, Mid City, Venice, West Los Angeles, Santa Monica, Malibu and Pacific Palisades.
Frequently asked questions
How do I choose a realtor in Culver City?
Look for local transaction experience, a clear plan for your price range, responsive communication and a license you can verify. You can check any California agent or broker on the DRE website; Griselda’s license number is 01785581.
Does Griselda speak Spanish?
Yes. Griselda and many members of our team are fully bilingual in English and Spanish, and we are happy to work with you and your family in either language.
Can Terranova help with my mortgage as well?
Yes. Terranova Lending Group is our in-house mortgage brokerage (Griselda’s NMLS number is 1091484). We compare many lenders and loan types, so your agent and your loan officer work from the same plan.
How much does it cost to sell my house?
Real estate commissions are negotiable and not set by law. We explain exactly what you would pay, what you get for it and what you would net at closing before you sign anything.
Can I buy or sell using Bitcoin?
Yes. We help clients convert Bitcoin to dollars through BitPay and handle the rest like any other transaction. See our Bitcoin and real estate page.
Where is the Terranova office?
We are at 10200 Venice Blvd #201, Culver City, CA 90232, and we also meet clients at our Westchester office at 11617 Washington Pl., Los Angeles, CA 90066, or at the property.