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Gratitude First Ventures

Serving The Greater Central Valley Market

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Real Estate Is Our Passion

We are thrilled to be a part of this next chapter in your life. Our commitment to excellence starts with treating you and your transaction with the utmost care and professionalism. We know that buying or selling a home is one of the biggest decisions you’ll ever make and we are humbled that so many homeowners choose us to join them on their journey. We look forward to earning your business today. 

Sell Your Home

As one of the area’s most active homebuyers, we are confident that we can work around your timeline and goals for selling your house. We can make you a fair, cash offer and are willing to buy your house in its as-is condition. We will work hand in hand with you every step of the way to ensure a seamless transaction.

Buy a Home

We are one of the area’s most active home sellers and, with our large inventory of properties, there’s no doubt that we can work around your timeline and goals for buying your next home. We work hard to ensure that the buying process is straightforward, fast, efficient, and seamless.

Rent-to-own

Our mission is to help families and individuals take the first step toward homeownership-especially those who may not qualify through traditional lenders right now. This rent-to-own pre-qualification form helps us better understand your current situation and how we can best support you on your path to owning a home.

Investors

Find your next investment deal here. As one of the area’s most active real estate investing companies, we will work hard to help you find your next investment property.

Our Team

Noel Zaldana

Co-Founder

As co-founder of Gratitude First Ventures, I’m committed to creating real estate solutions that work for everyday people. Whether it’s helping sellers get out of tough situations, offering fair cash deals, or guiding buyers through lease-to-own opportunities, I bring strong negotiation skills and a no-pressure approach. With a background in logistics and leadership, I focus on clarity, consistency, and integrity in every deal we make. Real estate should create peace of mind—and that’s what we aim to deliver.

Anel Zaldana

Co-Founder

As co-founder of Gratitude First Ventures, I’m passionate about helping families and individuals find real solutions through real estate. With a background in public health and a heart for service, I bring a people-first approach to every conversation. We specialize in helping homeowners sell quickly, avoid foreclosure, and explore creative options like lease-to-own, which can benefit both sellers and future homeowners. My goal is to make the process simple, transparent, and empowering for everyone involved.

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Testimonials

I’ve known Noel and Anel for years, and one thing I can say without a doubt is that they are people of integrity. When they say they’re going to do something, they do it. Their drive and passion for real estate are inspiring, and I know they’ll go far with Gratitude First Ventures. Anyone who works with them is in great hands.
Daniel
Noel and Anel are two of the most genuine and hardworking people I know. They’re always learning, growing, and looking for ways to help others. I’ve seen the time and dedication they’re putting into their business, and I have no doubt that Gratitude First Ventures will be a blessing to the families they work with.
Primavera
I trust Noel and Anel completely. They are honest, professional, and deeply committed to creating value for others.
Anthony
I can confidently say that Noel and Anel are the kind of people you want to work with. They lead with heart and are committed to making a difference in their community through real estate. They’re reliable, compassionate, and always looking to do the right thing.
Gilbert