Melissa Melville, Residential Sales Associate/Briggs Freeman Sotheby's

As a buyer’s agent, my value isn’t necessarily in finding you a home — it’s in the advice I can give you about a home.

Is this the right home for you? Is the price right? What are the current sales trends in the neighborhood? What will this neighborhood look like in the future?

The big real estate websites can’t answer these questions for you — but I can.

Melissa Melville
Briggs Freeman Sotheby's International Realty
[email protected]
972-733-8718

With the 2024 Paris Olympics kicking off next week, we’re feeling especially inspired by these swanky, sporty, athlete-approved homes — all featured on the brand’s blog: https://bit.ly/4bwPZC6.

Melissa Melville
Briggs Freeman Sotheby's International Realty
[email protected]
972-733-8718

Curious where the North Texas real estate market stands midyear? Supply and demand are edging toward equilibrium, inventory levels are on the rise and we’re seeing an upward trend in closed-sales volume throughout DFW.

Head to our blog post for a more in-depth look at Q2 facts and figures: https://bit.ly/3LqLOx7.

Melissa Melville
Briggs Freeman Sotheby's International Realty
[email protected]
972-733-8718

EVERYBODY who owns property in Dallas needs to pay attention to this discussion.

Tiny homes, cottage courts take a hit in ForwardDallas plans after residents protest — The Dallas Morning News The City Plan Commission voted Thursday to remove the two housing types from a list of defined land uses. Tiny homes and cottage courts are currently not defined in Dallas’ development code.

Mortgage forecasters predict rates at end of 2024 — Newsweek Aspiring homebuyers waiting for mortgage rates to finally fall are unlikely to see much of a change any time soon, according to experts, as forecasts expect rates to remain well above the 6 percent mark by the end of 2024.

Interesting paint ideas………

7 Paint Colors That Make a House Sell for More Money — House Beautiful Forget the all-white kitchen. It’s one of the golden rules of real estate: Paint your walls white before your home hits the market so buyers can imagine a blank canvas. But the most recent paint study from a major real estate site shows that, on the contrary, adding rich, moody hues to your home c...

Where You Can Find Fireworks in Dallas-Fort Worth This July 4 — D Magazine You can’t celebrate the Fourth of July without fireworks. Here are some of the area’s best shows, with a little something for everyone.

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How are you celebrating Independence Day this year? Fireworks, food trucks, parades, patriotic music — you can find all of these (and more) right here in DFW, at one of the many July Fourth festivities around the metroplex. In today’s blog post, we’ve rounded up our favorites: https://bit.ly/3VCIUdu.

Melissa Melville
Briggs Freeman Sotheby's International Realty
[email protected]
972-733-8718

Hot on the blog: How to define your interior design style. When it comes to designing and decorating your home, a good first step is determining an overall theme or style you want to follow — starting with one of these seven main categories: https://bit.ly/4cnWI2b.

Melissa Melville
Briggs Freeman Sotheby's International Realty
[email protected]
972-733-8718

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Dallas on the Market: A Creative Couple's Unique Retreat in Highland Park The terracotta roof was the first thing that caught Adam and Alicia Rico's eye at 4522 Fairway Avenue when hunting for real estate in Dallas’ Highland

📍 New Listing 📍 Take a look at this fantastic new property that just hit the market located at 4522 Fairway Avenue in Highland Park. Reach out here or at (972) 733-8718 for more information

New Listing in Highland Park 'Mediterranean Revival' style home located in the middle of a beautiful block in Highland Park. Originally built in the 1930's as a duplex & attributed to noted architect Vern E. Shanklin, this home effortlessly blends original architectural details with nuanced modern updates. Entrance hall, liv...

4522 Fairway
Highland Park, Texas

I have a wonderful new listing to share......this incredibly charming single family home with over 3600 square will be available for showings starting tomorrow. Call me for more details or to schedule a showing.
972-733-8718

You’ve heard of “green spaces,” but are you familiar with “blue spaces”? The concept — defined as outdoor environments in proximity to bodies of water, such as oceans, lakes, rivers or even pools — has been associated with many potential health benefits, both mental and physical.

You’ll find plenty of standout blue spaces listed by Sotheby’s International Realty agents, including these four properties featured on the brand’s blog: https://bit.ly/3RGlnHx.

Briggs Freeman Sotheby's International Realty Agents Score Top Spots Real Trends Rankings - CandysDirt.com The finest luxury brokerage in North Texas has raised the proverbial bar again. Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty has just been ranked the No. 1 luxury brokerage in Dallas by RealTrends Verified — the industry’s most prestigious rankings organization — for sales performance in...

Calling all Dallas Mavericks fans: It’s time to get rowdy, proud and loud! We couldn’t be more excited to cheer on our beloved Mavs in the NBA Finals, which kicked off last night in Boston. If you didn’t catch Game 1, don’t sweat it — there’s still time to jump on the bandwagon before Game 2 this Sunday. You can join fellow fans at American Airlines Center for the official watch party, or head to one of the many gameday celebrations happening at restaurants and bars around the metroplex.

Check out the team’s website for all the details on where to watch, as well as ticket info for Games 3 and 4 in Dallas: https://bit.ly/4bQ7Qow.

The great debate: Luxury home or luxury condominium? There is no wrong answer, especially in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex — ultimately, the decision should come down to whichever option suits you and your lifestyle. For some pros and cons of each, check out our recent blog post: https://bit.ly/3X9Rbb4.

Selling Your Parents’ Home Can Be Difficult Practically — and Emotionally — AARP Bulletin How to handle the logistical and emotional challenges