As a Real Estate Collaboration specialist, I work closely with individuals going through the divorce process and assist them with real estate transactions. My team of partners includes family law attorneys, divorce coaches, and financial advisors, and together we help our clients navigate this challenging time in their lives.

My focus is on providing guidance and support to clients who are looking to buy or sell homes during the divorce process. I do not provide legal advice but work closely with our legal partners to ensure that all aspects of the transaction are handled properly. I am passionate about helping clients make informed decisions, and I take great care to ensure that they are well-informed throughout the process.

One of the key areas I specialize in is helping clients avoid costly mistakes when it comes to real estate transactions during divorce. By providing guidance on issues like title, appraisal, and insurance, I help clients minimize risks and maximize their financial outcomes. My goal is to make the process as smooth and stress-free as possible, so that clients can focus on other aspects of their lives during this difficult time.

My team and I provide divorce workshops to support clients with the resources and tools they need to manage the divorce process successfully. Whether you're buying, selling, or simply need guidance on real estate transactions during divorce, you can rely on my expertise and professional approach to guide you through the complexities of this challenging time.

Blogs


  • I appreciate how kind and supportive she was.

    Rating 5/5

    Melina Rissone was incredibly helpful on the appraisal of my house, providing prompt responses with comprehensive data to support the information provided. She helped me settle a divorce agreement and I appreciate how kind and supportive she was in assisting me thru the process.


    Seller S.S


  • We were extremely fortunate that Melina Rissone was recommended to us.

    Rating 5/5

    My wife and I bought a new house--51 years ago. We found that we needed to sell our house and move to a retirement community. We were extremely fortunate that Melina Rissone was recommended to us. She came to our home, checked it out, and went away to do her research and calculations. Before long she came up with a price range for our approval. It was well beyond our expectations, but she assured us that the place would sell quickly. She put the house on the market on a Wednesday. She arranged a showing the following Sunday. A man who looked on Sunday came back and bought on Monday. Melina Rissone and her crew took us through all the paperwork and held our hands while smoothing out the inevitable little glitches. She coordinated our move with the other parties. She was marvelous. Her standard fee was more than worth the effort and expertise that she put forth for us. We strongly recommend Melina Rissone for your real estate needs.


    Seller M.K.


  • We were lucky to have you as our Realtor.

    Rating 5/5

    My wife and I bought a new house--51 years ago. We found that we needed to sell our house and move to a retirement community. We were extremely fortunate that Melina Rissone was recommended to us. She came to our home, checked it out, and went away to do her research and calculations. Before long she came up with a price range for our approval. It was well beyond our expectations, but she assured us that the place would sell quickly.


    Seller D.U.


  • She did an amazing job for us and put us in our dream homes.

    Rating 5/5

    If you are a buyer, there is nobody who is going to do a better job of getting your offer selected. Melina Rissone is a true ace. I'm trying not to oversell her here, but she honestly is a legend. We worked with other realtors in the past, and compared to Melina Rissone I would describe them a s passive, soft, and indifferent. Melina Rissone is on a whole other level. She is incredibly aggressive, a skilled negotiator, and super hardworking. She's someone you definitely want on your side. Instead of waiting for us to send her properties, she was constantly finding us listings that were not found on Zillow that seemed like good matches for us. It seemed like she worked around the clock to get us the best possible home. Also, her knowledge of San Diego real estate is unparalleled. For example, she was able to tell us stuff like the soil quality in Santee and how that affects foundations out there. She was able to explain the laws around a complicated easement on one property and let us know the risks involved. She steered us away from a home at one point because she noticed it had a really bad drainage issue. If you are a buyer and are having trouble getting your offer selected, or you just want the best possible deal negotiated for you, you should contact Melina Rissone. She did an amazing job for us and put us in our dream homes.


    Buyer N.C.


  • We recommend Melina without hesitation or reservation.

    Rating 5/5

    Melina Rissone did an outstanding job in helping us understand the current market situation and in getting prepared to enter the market. Subsequently, we quickly received an offer, which then led to the sale of our condo. Melina Rissone was incredibly responsive, keeping in touch with us, and leading us, every step of the way. The whole process was smooth and seamless. And she was most pleasant to work with. We recommend Melina Rissone without hesitation or reservation.


    Seller J.B.


  • Melina Rissone was an absolute treasure to work with.

    Rating 5/5

    Melina Rissone was an absolute treasure to work with. The property we worked on had a number of issues and she worked with me, the seller, and all other parties to ensure we were able to close successfully.


    Buyer L.G.


  • We highly recommend contracting with her.

    Rating 5/5

    Our entire experience with Melina Rissone was spectacular. She met with us, asked us what our goal was (pricing, timing and such) and then facilitated a plan to meet those goals. She was always available to answer any questions and also gave suggestions to make our house sell as quickly as possible for the best price. If we weren't moving out of the area we would definitely use her services in the future. We highly recommend contracting with her.


    Seller L.B.


  • Worked with us to learn our needs and very proactive.

    Rating 5/5

    Provided a great tool to share information about houses. Worked with us to learn our needs and very proactive about putting potential properties in front of us even before they were on the market


    Buyer A.F.


  • She goes above and beyond.

    Rating 5/5

    Melina Rissone is meticulous in her work ethic. She was quick to understand and identify my needs while being careful and considerate of some details in my life. Outside of the educational videos, she goes above and beyond to make certain you are comfortable with your decision. She also followed up soon after.


    Seller J.C.


  • We recommend Melina Rissone and her team highly!

    Rating 5/5

    Melina Rissone and her team were awesome this year as we navigated buying a home in Normal Heights/North Park/South Park. She knows the neighborhoods really well and so was able to guide us based on our priorities. When we got discouraged based on the competitiveness of the market, she stayed persistent and dug deeper to find out how to make our next offer more competitive within our parameters. She was very communicative and quick and we always got the sense that she was working behind the scenes for us. We also loved working with Carla, who was really positive and helpful. We recommend Melina Rissone and her team highly!


    Buyer S.G.


  • Melina Rissone is very knowledgeable and reliable and I highly recommend her services.

    Rating 5/5

    Melina Rissone helped us with selling our home in Mission Valley and we had a great experience with her. The selling process was stressful and eventful due to different obstacles on the way, but she always stayed calm, was very resourceful and responsive to every question we had. Melina Rissone is very knowledgeable and reliable and I highly recommend her services.


    Seller A.K.


  • I would absolutely recommend Melina Rissone to anyone interested in buying or selling a home.

    Rating 5/5

    I had the pleasure of working with Melina Rissone and Coldwell Banker West on the recent sale of my home and purchase of a gorgeous condo downtown. Melina Rissone was helpful from the beginning of the process. The buying process: When I found my condo, Melina Rissone immediately got the ball rolling and submitted our offer. She negotiated fairly and timely with the sellers’ agent and made sure I reviewed the HOA documents thoroughly before I made my final decision. The selling process: We received multiple offers on my house at the first open house. Melina Rissone worked with the buyers’ agent to make sure everything went smoothly. Melina Rissone and Coldwell Banker were professional and thorough in seeing the negotiations through. Melina Rissone kept me updated on everything and chose excellent professionals for me to work with, from the renovation company, the staging company and inspectors. I would absolutely recommend Melina Rissone to anyone interested in buying or selling a home.


    Seller K.W.


  • We were very pleased with her service and would recommend her to others.

    Rating 5/5

    Melina Rissone has been a great asset in my family’s relocation to San Diego. We found her to be helpful and patient in guiding us as we refined our search. She was also knowledgeable and responsive throughout the entire process and actively drove solutions to issues to get us under contract and through closing. We were very pleased with her service and would recommend her to others.


    Buyer J.F.


  • She takes time to find out who you are as people, what your lifestyle is and what your goals are.

    Rating 5/5

    Melina Rissone is who you want as your realtor! She goes out of her way to make sure you find what you want in a home, neighborhood and community. She takes time to find out who you are as people, what your lifestyle is and what your goals are. She is prompt, thorough and prepares effective, clear and detailed offers. Her team is prepared to help you find a home when you are ready. Melina Rissone, thank you for being such a crucial part of our home searching journey! We are so grateful to have you as our realtor!


    Buyer J.C.


  • Would recommend her to my friends and family when they look to buy.

    Rating 5/5

    Melina Rissone is awesome! Was referred to by a friend. Very patient, has a great network and does her homework. We took her recommendation for several services that turned out great. Would recommend her to my friends and family when they look to buy


    Buyer D.C.

 

MELINA RISSONE

Associated Real Estate Broker, REALTOR