
Compass

65
Closed Sales
$123.9M
Total Value
$450K - $18M
Price Range
$1.9M
Average Price
Prior 5 years
About Melissa
Real estate is about more than square footage; it is about the people living within it. Since becoming a licensed real estate agent in Los Angeles in 2009, I have built a business based on a single guiding principle: Every client deserves a luxury experience, regardless of price point.
A Foundation Built on Experience (1994–Present)
My journey began in Michigan in 1994, where I worked as a second-generation real estate professional and licensed Custom Home Builder in the family business. While I no longer build homes, that technical background gave me a deep appreciation for property mechanics and a work ethic grounded in accountability. When I moved to Los Angeles, I brought those Midwestern values with me: transparency, patience, and unwavering honesty.
From First Keys to Luxury Estates
I take great pride in the diversity of my clientele. I work with a wide range of individuals, from first-time homebuyers navigating their very first escrow to seasoned investors and luxury clients acquiring significant estates.
* For the Luxury Client: I offer discretion, strategic negotiation, and a nuanced understanding of the high-end market's unique contractual demands.
* For the First-Time Buyers and Sellers: I offer patience, education, and a steady hand to guide you through the process.
Relocation Specialist: Into, Out of, and Around LA
Moving across the street is stressful; moving across the country is a life event. I specialize in the logistics of transition. Whether you are relocating into Los Angeles for a new career, moving out of the state for a fresh start, or simply moving around the city to a new neighborhood, I act as your strategic partner. I understand the timelines, the pressures, and the importance of landing softly.
Power in the Contract
I believe that knowledge is power, and there is power in the contract. My job is to ensure you are the most informed person in the transaction. I operate with a strong moral compass, ensuring that whether you are buying a starter home or selling a luxury compound, your interests are protected by ironclad strategy.
A Foundation Built on Experience (1994–Present)
My journey began in Michigan in 1994, where I worked as a second-generation real estate professional and licensed Custom Home Builder in the family business. While I no longer build homes, that technical background gave me a deep appreciation for property mechanics and a work ethic grounded in accountability. When I moved to Los Angeles, I brought those Midwestern values with me: transparency, patience, and unwavering honesty.
From First Keys to Luxury Estates
I take great pride in the diversity of my clientele. I work with a wide range of individuals, from first-time homebuyers navigating their very first escrow to seasoned investors and luxury clients acquiring significant estates.
* For the Luxury Client: I offer discretion, strategic negotiation, and a nuanced understanding of the high-end market's unique contractual demands.
* For the First-Time Buyers and Sellers: I offer patience, education, and a steady hand to guide you through the process.
Relocation Specialist: Into, Out of, and Around LA
Moving across the street is stressful; moving across the country is a life event. I specialize in the logistics of transition. Whether you are relocating into Los Angeles for a new career, moving out of the state for a fresh start, or simply moving around the city to a new neighborhood, I act as your strategic partner. I understand the timelines, the pressures, and the importance of landing softly.
Power in the Contract
I believe that knowledge is power, and there is power in the contract. My job is to ensure you are the most informed person in the transaction. I operate with a strong moral compass, ensuring that whether you are buying a starter home or selling a luxury compound, your interests are protected by ironclad strategy.
Home Types:
House, Townhouse, Condo, MultiFamily, Co-op
Years of Experience:
17
Transaction History
- 1 Year
- 2 Year
- 5 Year
Neighborhoods Melissa is Experienced In
Melissa's Listings and Deals
Melissa's Active Listings
Recently Sold
Awards and Designations
- NAR - National Association of Realtors
Other Experience
First Time Homebuyers, Luxury Homes, New Construction
Homes for Sale by City
- Newest Listings in Beverly Hills
- Newest Listings in Studio City
- Newest Listings in North Hollywood
- Newest Listings in Sherman Oaks
- Newest Listings in Van Nuys
- Newest Listings in West Hollywood
- Newest Listings in Barrington
- Newest Listings in Sherman Village
- Newest Listings in Bicentennial
- Newest Listings in Toluca Lake
- Newest Listings in West Toluca Lake
- Newest Listings in Toluca Terrace
- Newest Listings in Valley Glen
- Newest Listings in Encino
- Newest Listings in Burbank
- Newest Listings in Oakwood
- Newest Listings in Sanford
- New Homes in Beverly Hills
- New Homes in Studio City
- New Homes in North Hollywood
- New Homes in Sherman Oaks
- New Homes in Van Nuys
- New Homes in West Hollywood
- New Homes in Barrington
- New Homes in Sherman Village
- New Homes in Bicentennial
- New Homes in Toluca Lake
- New Homes in West Toluca Lake
- New Homes in Toluca Terrace
- New Homes in Valley Glen
- New Homes in Encino
- New Homes in Burbank
- New Homes in Oakwood
- New Homes in Sanford
- New Communities in Beverly Hills
- New Communities in Studio City
- New Communities in North Hollywood
- New Communities in Sherman Oaks
- New Communities in Van Nuys
- New Communities in West Hollywood
- New Communities in Barrington
- New Communities in Sherman Village
- New Communities in Bicentennial
- New Communities in Toluca Lake
- New Communities in West Toluca Lake
- New Communities in Toluca Terrace
- New Communities in Valley Glen
- New Communities in Encino
- New Communities in Burbank
- New Communities in Oakwood
- New Communities in Sanford