The Matise story began in 1939 in Tyler, Texas, when Mike Matise founded Matise, Realtors. An industry leader instrumental in the formation of the Tyler Board of Realtors, Mike established his East Texas business upon strong principles, creativity, knowledge, foresight, and, most importantly, hard work.
The son of Sicilian immigrants, Mike was a true entrepreneur in every sense of the word. He loved working with people and providing them service. During the 1940’s at the time of World War II, he simultaneously managed the Safeway grocery store in Tyler, Texas, owned 2 Army Surplus trading posts, listed and sold real estate, built houses, owned the sandwich concession for the Camp Fannin army base near Tyler, built warehouses out of discarded wooden ammunition boxes, was appointed to oversee the East Texas State Parks by the governor, established and ran bus service to and from Tyler to the State Parks, owned a pig stye with the local policemen, and finally, owned 2 restaurants that he used the leftover restaurant food as slop for the piglets. And then World War II ended, the army bases closed, and with them went most of his businesses.
But this is not the end of his story; it is truly where Mike’s greatness was realized. His fearless determination allowed him to focus on real estate with a primary emphasis on selling motels and hotels because the deals were larger. Most of the time, he acted as agent, financier and closer on his transactions. He was a founding member of the Greater Tyler Board of Realtors and gave numerous hours of service to the Tyler community, earning him the Silver Beaver Award through the Boy Scouts of America.
This vision broadened to encompass Dallas when his son Hoyt R. (Dick) Matise relocated to the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex in 1969. With his large yellow and black signs blanketing D/FW, Dick would ultimately preside over one of the largest commercial firms in the region.
In the late 1980's, the strategic decision was made to concentrate solely on the marketing, sale, and finance of funeral homes and cemeteries throughout the United States. At this time, Mark Matise joined Hoyt Matise Corporation, bringing with him a strong desire to continue the family business while establishing his own roots in the Texas real estate community though innovative enterprise and the development of commercial, retail and residential properties.
The Matise expansion into the residential market was led by Patricia Matise in 1979, who continues to be a dedicated member of the brokerage community and an invaluable resource for information on specific areas, market trends and finance options. As an interior designer and antiques expert, Patricia offers exceptional guidance in home staging, decorating and editing in the event of a client downsizing.
Patricia’s efforts were enhanced when Melinda Matise joined the family business in 1989 after graduating from Southern Methodist University. With depth of knowledge and understated business style, Melinda advises a growing number of clients who use her services while simultaneously recommending her to others. She is an expert in complex contract negotiations and many of her transactions are completed as a result of her extensive network within the real estate community prior to the property ever reaching the open market.
Now in its third generation, the depth of experience provided by the Matise family in all aspects of brokerage services, including purchases, sales, mergers and acquisitions and finance, is unparalleled in the industry.
We understand that it is the relationships between people that are most important; helping others and doing our share, and oftentimes not the actual business itself. Our experience is incomparable, but our success is dependent on the relationships we build and our commitment to serve our clients.
