There’s no doubt that Texas summers are hot, but the opportunities presented by the warmer weather give plenty of reasons to celebrate. If you’re considering moving to North Texas, read on for the truth about the heat and all the ways you can have fun in the sun.

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 May 20, 2022.

FROM MY PERSPECTIVE

Has technology changed real estate? 

Absolutely. And not at all.

The way a potential buyer first sees homes has completely changed. The search begins online, where buyers pore over photographs and details before they [...]

There’s no better way to create a first impression of your home than through lush grass. Follow our 8 lawn care tips for a healthy and appealing lawn. And check out our quick touches to add before an open house.

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 May 13, 2022.

FROM MY PERSPECTIVE

Ranches couldn’t be hotter.

Some statistics to back that up? Ranch sales in Texas nearly doubled between the second quarter of 2021 and the previous year, according to the Texas Real Estate Research Center at Texas A&M University. Prices are up, too, says the [...]

As an agent or a brokerage, joining a referral network like Sotheby’s International Realty is perhaps the single best move you can make to bring your business to the next level — from attracting new clients to building up your professional network.

As an agent or a brokerage, joining a referral network like Sothebys International Realty is perhaps the single best move you can make to bring your business to the next level from attracting new clients to building up your professional network.