Selling a home you've lived in for decades is a big decision. Maybe you're downsizing, moving closer to family, exploring senior living, or helping a parent through the process. Whatever brought you here, you don't have to figure it out alone.
I'm Alyssa Van Breene, a Compass agent who has lived in the South Bay area almost my entire life. Through an exclusive Compass program, I can connect you with extra support designed for older adults and their families, from preparing your home for sale to coordinating the move itself.
I'm here for homeowners and families in Los Angeles, Hawthorne, El Segundo, Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach, Redondo Beach, Torrance, Palos Verdes, Palos Verdes Estates, Rolling Hills, and Rolling Hills Estates.
This page may be a good fit if you are:
Downsizing or becoming an empty nester
Retired or 55+ and thinking about your next home
Moving closer to family, or out of state
Considering assisted living or another senior living community
Going through a life change like a loss, a divorce, or a health change
An adult child helping a parent with a move
You don't need to be ready to list your home today. Many of my clients start with a conversation, and that's perfectly okay.
A free home evaluation and honest pricing advice. We'll look at what your home is worth, talk through your options, and build a plan around your timeline.
Downsizing support. Letting go of a home and a lifetime of belongings is about more than logistics. I'll help you map out a plan that works for you, and I can connect you with professional move managers who help with organizing, decluttering, packing, and settling into the new place.
Help getting your home market-ready. Through Compass Concierge, eligible sellers can have a portion of the upfront costs for things like repairs, painting, and staging covered, and you repay those costs when your home sells. That means you can prepare the house without paying everything out of pocket first. You can read the details on my Compass Concierge page.
Referrals for the bigger picture. Selling a home touches your finances, your family, and your future care. I can connect you with trusted professionals in estate planning, elder law, financial planning, and senior living placement. As your agent I can't give legal advice, but I can point you to the right people.
Out-of-state moves. If you're relocating across the country, I can connect you with a trusted agent where you're headed, so you're supported on both ends.
I'm a former attorney. I read the fine print and think through the details, so you aren't surprised by them later. I do the critical thinking so you don't have to.
I'm a local. I grew up here and know these neighborhoods, from the beach cities to the Peninsula, and I know what makes each one special.
I solve problems before they show up. The best transactions are the quiet ones. My job is to anticipate issues and handle them early.
We talk. A no-pressure consultation to hear what's going on and what matters most to you.
We make a plan. A home evaluation, pricing recommendation, and a timeline that fits your life.
We get ready. A custom marketing plan, plus help preparing the home for sale and lining up any support you need, like move managers or Compass Concierge.
We sell and move. I manage the sale from start to finish, so you can focus on what comes next.
What does it cost? There is no upfront cost for a consultation or the listing preparation, but I charge a percentage of the sale to represent you.
What if I'm not ready to sell yet? That's completely fine. We can talk through your options and plan ahead, with no pressure to make a move.
Can you help if I'm moving out of state? Yes. Through my nationwide network , I can connect you with a trusted agent in your new or out-of-market location that is best-suited to your needs.
Can I refer a parent, family member, or friend? Of course. Many of my clients come to me through people they love and trust.