Each Friday, Robbie Briggs, president and 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 February 19, 2021.

FROM MY PERSPECTIVE

As the saying goes: The best never rest.

That absolutely applies to the agents and staff of Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty. In one of the wildest markets in our brokerage’s [...]

Even though Dallas has one of the most recognizable skylines in the United States, its ranking as a great North Texas neighborhood has only been solidified in recent years. You can once again expect to find a central business district and surrounding areas bustling with activity. Among the highlights of an address in the cosmopolitan, [...]

As businesses and institutions continue to adjust to the pandemic, staying home still appeals to lots and lots of North Texans. But reducing the risk of catching Covid-19 doesn’t mean you have to succumb to boredom — or binge-watch your 137th TV series on Netflix. You can experience much of what Dallas-Fort Worth has to offer with just a few clicks, whether you wish to fill your personal space with symphonic music, take a walk on the wild side with some fascinating creatures or savor [...]

Each Friday, Robbie Briggs, president and 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 February 12, 2021.

FROM MY PERSPECTIVE

For one of its famous virtual happy hours, Hall Wines trades A-list celebrities for top real estate agents — and picks the ultimate place to host them

I can tell you that Coeur Cabernet Sauvignon tastes especially good 14 stories up in the Dallas [...]

As you probably remember from elementary-school geography class, Texas is one really — really — big state. And, North Texas, specifically, with its wide-open spaces, diverse beauty and both rural and cosmopolitan lifestyles, offers a great number of selling points for first-time homebuyers looking to move to the Lone Star State. Consider this North Texas relocation guide an ideal source to get a quick overview of the place you’re about to call [...]

There is a reason everyone gravitates to the kitchen — no matter what. It’s the most important room in the house, where families connect and friends and neighbors gather and build community, all over food and drink and conversations and fun. Whether you love hosting grand parties or whipping up a romantic dinner for your significant other, the kitchen is responsible for a lot of magic. When you’re looking for a home with a beautiful luxury kitchen design, remember it’s not [...]