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 [...]

It’s as important as ever to support the mom-and-pop shops, family-run eateries and local icons the next time you’re thinking of eating out (or ordering in). We love to eat; we're guessing you do, too. So, it seems mission-critical to discuss some excellent local spots to chow down. Below, find eight can’t-miss options for spectacular food in Fort Worth, including Mexican, barbecue and Texas staples, along with pickup, delivery and other COVID-19-related updates. (And, as a [...]

Dallas residents dine out on a frequent basis, thanks to living in a city with thousands of restaurants with cuisines that run the gamut — from no-frills taco joints to the finest steakhouses in the nation. Whether you’re visiting Dallas for the first time or you’re a longtime citizen, here are eight restaurant recommendations that represent a great cross-section of local favorites that never disappoint, including tacos, frozen margaritas, burgers, BBQ and [...]

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 5, 2021.

I bet you’ve heard the news. (It’s definitely gone viral.) Sotheby’s just shattered the auction record — by almost 10 times — for a work by Sandro Botticelli. One of the greatest Renaissance works ever to come to the market, [...]

Bubbling up in the U.S. in the 1930s, Ranch homes grew in popularity with the postwar middle class. Characterized by single-story layouts, low-pitched rooflines and open floor plans, Ranch homes continue to be in demand with buyers of all ages. In recent years, Ranch homes have made a comeback because of their simple aesthetics, connection to the outdoors and place in America’s architectural [...]