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At Merit Homes, we believe real estate is more than a transaction — it’s a milestone in your life story. Whether you're buying your first home, moving up, or investing for the future, we guide you with insight, strategy, and a deep commitment to your goals.

With over 30 years of experience in sales and marketing, we bring unmatched local knowledge and a sharp eye for opportunity. Every recommendation is rooted in data, market trends, and a personalized understanding of your needs — because your future deserves more than guesswork.

We combine cutting-edge technology with hands-on service to simplify the process and solve problems before they arise. But above all, we’re loyal advisors and real estate partners who put your interests first — always.

When you work with Merit, you gain more than a successful outcome — you gain confidence, clarity, and a journey worth remembering.

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WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Matt really helped us find the perfect home for our kids! He did not stop until we got the house we wanted. Matt is the absolute best!

— BUYER

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

I had the pleasure of working with Matt Braun and Merit Homes. He made the process very easy, he is extremely knowledgeable, and he has your best interest at heart. I work in the field of Real Estate and I trusted Matt to take me to the finish line and he delivered. If you want to feel supported, understood, and heard, he is your agent. He will listen to your needs/wants, he will be responsive, he will k...

— Local Lender

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Really happy with my experience. Matt goes out of his way to find the perfect home. He knows the market and knows what is important in a home. Though I was not local to the area, he facilitated everything to make a remote purchase completely comfortable. He definitely earned 5 stars with the service he provided me.

— Remote Buyer

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Working with Matt Braun has been incredibly positive. We are first time home buyers, and he took the time to walk us through the process, to respond to our many questions promptly and thoroughly, and to provide connections to other resources to help along the way. He explained his negotiating strategies clearly, and he already had or established excellent relationships with all the sellers' realtors for ...

— First Time Buyer

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Matt was really patient with us during the purchase of our new home. It took us 1 year to find the perfect home. During this time Matt took us to numerous properties and was very flexible with our schedule. He helped us throughout the whole process and answered all our questions. I believe that the reason our offer was accepted was due to his professionalism. The listing agent had other offers, but she ...

— Buyer & Seller

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

This review is long overdue. We are forever grateful to Matt Braun, Realtor. He provided golden personalized service and went over and beyond to sell our home. Matt is trustworthy, genuine and cares about his clients. Furthermore, he gives sound advice and has access to concierge services that include painters, stagers, flooring experts, all improvement options that will increase your homes value. He sol...

— Buyer & Seller

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Matt is a true professional, and a trusted friend. Our deal began to stall, so Matt stepped in to get everyone back in line and on track. He went way above and beyond for us, and cared for us like family the whole way. I have no doubt that things would have fallen apart if it weren’t for Matt’s diligence and project management skills. He’s earned our trust for life!

— Buyer

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Matt is my go to Realtor for all things residential real estate. He has superb business acumen, a tenacious negotiating background, yet he is very kind and generous. We've worked together on numerous transactions and I love the way he communicates with all of those involved, as well as his ability to make things happen in a transaction. If you're looking for a residential Realtor to go to bat for you in ...

— Mortgage Advisor

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

We first met Matt several years ago when we first started looking for property in the area. He had kept in touch regularly and was extremely helpful when we were ready to purchase. He showed us several properties and was excellent during the negotiations to insure we would be successful in purchasing our desired new home. We highly recommend him.

— Buyer

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Matt is an amazing agent who I cannot recommend enough. He helped us find our new home and negotiate a winning offer (not entirely easy given how picky my wife and I can be). He dealt with the necessities associated with escrow and lined up a phenomenal mortgage broker, arranged inspections, and was always available to navigate the process. Matt is much more than your typical real estate agent. He is als...

— Buyer

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

Matt has been an amazing realtor®! I would recommend him to any friend or family member looking to buy or sell a home. Not only is he responsive and friendly, but he was extremely crafty with our complex situation. He has a great rapport with his clients and is very honest and patient. If it weren’t for him and his recommendations (for a wide range of services), we wouldn’t have been able to sell our con...

— Buyer & Seller

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No Default!

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Pre-Approval Is a Critical First Step on Your Homebuying Journey

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Get Pre-Approved!

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All Of The Reasons Why You Will Love Star Trail In Prosper

April 17, 2022

One of my favorite subdivisions in the DFW area has to be Star Trail in Prosper. The homes are beautiful, the location can’t be beat and students go to the acclaimed P… Read more

October 2021 Market Snapshot

November 3, 2021

Although we have seen a little softening in the market in some areas the past three months, prices remain dramatically higher when compared to twelve months ago. Prosp… Read more

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Located just thirty minutes from Dallas and forty-five minutes from Fort Worth, Frisco is the perfect location for families or individuals seeking a laid-back city exp… Read more

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Celina is truly a city on the rise. Did you know that when it’s fully built out, Celina will have 350,000 residents. That’s pretty incredible to think about when you … Read more

Home Price Deceleration Doesn’t Mean Home Price Depreciation

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Experts in the real estate industry use a number of terms when they talk about what’s happening with home prices. And some of those words sound a bit similar but mean … Read more

Homeownership Is A Great Hedge Against The Impact Of Rising Inflation

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If you’re following along with the news today, you’ve heard about rising inflation. Today, inflation is at a 40-year high. According to the National Association of Hom… Read more

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Do you need a safe and close-knit community to raise a family? Are you looking for a peaceful but eventful location to attend college or send your children to school? … Read more

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Step-by-Step Moving Checklist

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Moving can be a very stressful event. Without proper planning you can find yourself struggling to get everything done. You’ll forget important steps like contacting th… Read more

Renting To Own

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It’s no secret that purchasing a home can be a daunting task for many. From the initial saving for a down payment to completing the necessary paperwork, the process of… Read more

December 2021 Real Estate Market Snapshot

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The Prosper, Celina and Frisco Real Estate market did not take a break for the holidays. We are still seeing multiple offers on the vast majority of homes that come on… Read more

5 Things To Do Around Your Home And Garden In North Texas Every Spring

March 21, 2022

Springs are amazing in Texas: The weather warms up a little, patios begin to fill in and we all start thinking about pool season and summer vacations. But the spring … Read more

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