Real Estate Guided by Integrity,
Expertise, and Personal Care
At Prestigious Group, we believe your home journey deserves more than just a transaction
it deserves trusted guidance, clear communication, and a team that puts your goals first.
it deserves trusted guidance, clear communication, and a team that puts your goals first.
About Us
Our Mission Is Simple:
Serve Every Client With
Excellence and Care
Prestigious Group was founded on the principle that buying or selling a home should be a transparent, empowering, and rewarding experience.
Led by Tucson and Phoenix real estate expert Luis M. Padrés Valdez, our team brings deep local market knowledge and a commitment to exceptional service. We believe in clear communication, honest guidance, and building long-term relationships with every client.
Our bilingual service (English & Spanish) allows us to serve a diverse community of buyers, sellers, and investors across Southern Arizona. Whether you’re purchasing your first home, moving up, downsizing, or growing your investment portfolio — we’re here to help you succeed.
Led by Tucson and Phoenix real estate expert Luis M. Padrés Valdez, our team brings deep local market knowledge and a commitment to exceptional service. We believe in clear communication, honest guidance, and building long-term relationships with every client.
Our bilingual service (English & Spanish) allows us to serve a diverse community of buyers, sellers, and investors across Southern Arizona. Whether you’re purchasing your first home, moving up, downsizing, or growing your investment portfolio — we’re here to help you succeed.
Leadership
Meet Luis M. Padrés
Luis is more than a real estate professional — he’s a trusted advisor, advocate, and community member.
With a background in finance, customer service, and military service (Arizona Army National Guard), Luis brings a disciplined, client-first approach to real estate. Fluent in English, Spanish, and Mandarin, he is uniquely positioned to serve Tucson’s and Phoenix’s diverse clientele with understanding and care.
With a background in finance, customer service, and military service (Arizona Army National Guard), Luis brings a disciplined, client-first approach to real estate. Fluent in English, Spanish, and Mandarin, he is uniquely positioned to serve Tucson’s and Phoenix’s diverse clientele with understanding and care.
Who We Are
Meet the Team Behind the Success
While Luis leads the vision, Prestigious Group is strengthened by a trusted partner, bringing complementary expertise to better serve our clients. Together, our team ensures every transaction is handled with care, professionalism, and a true focus on client success.
Kristi Tilghman
Realtor Sales Associate
With a background in interior design, property management, and construction management, Kristi offers clients a unique perspective on buying, selling, and investing. Her expertise in investment properties and eye for detail make her a trusted guide in every real estate transaction.
What Our Clients Say About Us
Integrity, communication, and results — these words come straight from the people we serve.
Denise BargerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Kristi Heppler was the agent I worked with. She was extremely knowledgeable, helpful and committed to assisting me find a place. Her patience and understanding made me feel valued and appreciated. I would recommend working with Kristi hands down! Keri FullerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Lu was amazing! She is warm, friendly, knowledgeable, and efficient. She repeatedly demonstrated her proficiency in realty, and the Marana area. We told her what we needed done, and she made it happen. She is a pleasure to work with, and very skilled. She looks at situations from all ends, and is adaptable and creative in her problem solving. I usually dread the home selling/buying process, but Lu changed that for me. She will be our go-to realtor for all future needs! NANCY HORNERTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Lu is very knowledgeable and trustworthy. She is an experienced realtor familiar with the Gladden Farms Community and local market trends. She goes above and beyond as a realtor marketing your home and is dedicated to helping you navigate the home buying and selling process as easily as possible. Lu is committed to her clients and it shows is her preparation, communication, marketing, and responsiveness. She is a pleasure to work with and goes the extra mile. Mike FullerTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Lu is awesome. I cannot recommend her highly enough. Alexandra Zanchettin (Alex Davis)Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Lu is the hardest working, and kindest person I have ever met. She strives to always do the right thing, and if you ask her a question she doesn't know the answer to, she will work overtime to get it for you. Her bubbly personality will keep your worries at ease, but her determination will make sure you come out on top for all your deals! Lea JohnsonTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Lu Barnhart was/is my point of contact and she is beyond amazing! She truly is someone with the best interest at heart for you. She definitely will go above and beyond for her clients. I imagine the entire crew is as good but ask for Lu and she will do what it is you need done. Sabrina D-LopezTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Lu is Phenomenal and works non stop. She makes sure that her clients understand literally everything before making any commitments. I would recommend her to anyone. She answered every single one of our questions. Very professional and well organized. We honestly would not have a house right now if it wasn't for all the hard work, time, and effort she put in. Thank you for helping us. We are blessed to have our dream home now Joy HunterTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Kristi Heppler is knowledgeable, listens to my needs and very professional. I would definitely recommend her. She knows how to rebuild a house so her opinion of what needs to be done in very accurate. She spot on. Awesome WebsitesTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Kristi is legitimately competent. Selling a home is one thing, anyone with a pulse can open the front door for you to inspect the place. Kristi clearly had a background in home development and remodeling, because she could tell me everything about the house down to the nail or screw. If there was something I wanted to change, she immediately knew how to do it, where to go and what it would take. It makes you feel taken care of when a PROFESSIONAL that ACTUALLY UNDERSTANDS HOMES is guiding you through this process, and isn't there to tell me whatever I want to hear and make a buck. Very cool. Very recommended. Ciana FlemingTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Lu is AMAZING! She works around the clock to go above and beyond. She is dedicated to her clients and always has a positive attitude and a smile on her face. She listens to all of your needs, and goes the extra inch to fulfill them! The best home buying experience ever!!! Highly recommend, if I could give 10 stars I would.
We are passionate about helping you:
Navigate the Southern Arizona market with clarity and confidence
Enjoy a trusted, responsive, and client-focused partnership
Find the right home, at the right time, at the right price
Maximize your return when selling
Grow Your Real Estate Career with a Team That Puts People First
At Prestigious Group, we believe our agents are the heart of our success. We’re more than a real estate team — we’re a collaborative, supportive community dedicated to helping each other thrive.
Whether you’re an experienced agent ready to take your business to the next level or just starting out in real estate, Prestigious Group provides the tools, mentorship, and culture you need to succeed.