The many wonderful neighborhoods in and around Fort Worth have unique personalities that differentiate them from all other parts of the city. A thought: What if your next home were somewhere that perfectly fits your personality? Do you love to walk to restaurants and shops instead of driving everywhere? Do you live an active lifestyle and want to be near fantastic outdoor recreation sites, like the Trinity River. Are you a history buff? The expert agents in the Fort Worth office of [...]

The kitchen is the undisputed heart of the home. From family dinners to experimenting with new recipes to working from home, it can get endless use. As a result, it is also one of the areas that prospective buyers take the biggest interest in when they’re scouting for their next home. In every kitchen, there are certain must-haves that buyers are looking for. From state-of-the-art appliances to high-style tile work, certain elements will undoubtedly catch their eye. But there are also [...]

Contrary to popular belief, minimalist design doesn’t mean a home must be bare and boring. It can be hard to resist the temptation to fill every blank space, but you might be surprised how a minimalist look can make a splash. You can add a bit of personality to a space that still stays true to the sleek, chic aesthetic. Wall decor is a great place to start. (But, rule No. 1? If you don’t love it, don’t hang it.) From creating a gallery wall that features minimalist paintings and [...]

The warmer temperatures of summer make Dallas a wonderful place to explore and soak up some vitamin D — between all that indoor air conditioning and those frozen beverages. The city hosts dozens, if not hundreds, of events each weekend. Discover ways to experience Dallas’ outdoor treasures (including the Great Trinity Forest and White Rock Lake), sample our incredible cuisine, and immerse yourself in some [...]

Each Friday, Robbie Briggs, CEO of Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty, writes about luxury, trends, business and more in the advertising pages of the Mansion section of The Wall Street Journal. Below is his letter of August 6, 2021.

FROM MY PERSPECTIVE

Real estate agents aren’t the only ones negotiating one of the hottest markets we have ever seen. Homebuilders are, too. Because there is such a tight supply of existing houses for sale, all eyes are suddenly on [...]

Tucked away to the south of Lake Grapevine, the city of Southlake has a small-town vibe. But, being close to two major metropolitan cities — Dallas and Fort Worth — and the bustling DFW Airport makes it an extremely popular place to live a best-of-both-worlds life. The city of approximately 33,000 people surrounds the multipurpose Southlake Town Square, a shopping and dining destination for residents and people from all over the metroplex. Its 1,100 acres of parkland and open space [...]