Featured Senior Blogs

 
 

Why Certified Senior Advisors Are a Smarter Choice for Seniors

Key Strategies to Help Seniors Sell Their Home in 2025

Simplifying the Transition: How to Prepare Your Home for Sale Before Moving to Assisted Living


When Is the Right Time to Sell Your Home and Move Closer to Family?

Emotional and Practical Tips for Seniors Downsizing from a Family Home to Assisted Living

The #1 Mistake Every Divorcing Couple in San Diego Makes About Their Home

What Does a Senior Real Estate Specialist Do and Why Do I Need One?

Simplifying the Transition: How to Prepare Your Home for Sale Before Moving to Assisted Living

Expert Guidance for a Stress-Free Downsizing Experience

 

Melina Rissone

Having sold properties for more than 20 years and earning various prestigious awards throughout the course of her career, Melina Rissone has more than earned her reputation as one of San Diego's most skilled and trustworthy real estate brokers selling homes and luxury condominiums. Her loyal clientele would share that Melina brings structure and planning to chaos. She specializes in supporting her clients and their referrals; families and individuals going through divorce and seniors and active adults planning their moves and financial decisions during their retirement years. I help seniors looking to retire in San Diego figure out what to do with the house—whether you're ready to sell now or just need a neutral opinion.

  • Coldwell Banker Global Luxury and Institute of Luxury Home Marketing certified.

  • Certified Senior Advisor by the Society of Certified Senior Advisors

  • Cartus Network Inventory Specialist and Cartus Network Marketing Specialist since 2015.

  • RCS-D Designation, a Real Estate Collaboration Specialist for Divorce.

  • SRES Certification through NAR is a Seniors Real Estate Specialist certification.

  • Melina is bilingual in English and German.

  • Recognized as the Top 4% of all real estate brokers in San Diego County in 2021 and the Top 3% of Coldwell Banker International.

  • Coldwell Banker Presidents Elite Award.

  • Recognize as the Top 2% of Coldwell Banker West in 2024.

  • Coldwell Banker Global Luxury and Institute of Luxury Home Marketing Certified.