"Diane and Sherwood were an absolute pleasure to work with, and are true professionals in every sense of the word. They've built an incredible team and have an impeccable reputation, which was evident from our first meeting. They are attentive, insightful, detail oriented, and are always three steps ahead. They sold our home in two weeks, and made what could have been a very stressful experience, into a smooth, organized and seemless one. Their expertise in marketing and digital media was also a huge factor in the timely sale of our home, which proved invaluable during this uncertain time in the real estate market. The best part of the entire process (other than the sale!) was meeting Diane and Sherwood - they're great people and a lot of fun to be with! We recommend the Stricklands to anyone thinking of buying or selling. We could not have been happier."

"Sherwood and his team are top notch. We trusted the sale of our home to this group and could not be happier. They got the house listed and sold rapidly, while making the process smooth and easy. You can't go wrong choosing these folks for your real estate deal."

"We recently bought and sold a house with the Stricklands. From the moment they showed up to our doorstop they were prepared, professional, and I could tell they knew real estate. They took care of everything, were always on time, straight to the point, and got the job done right. The communication was exceptional. Our house went on the market and was under contract in under 24 hours. They went above and beyond even offering reminders and tips after we had closed. I have had one other experience buying and selling in this area and I would never work with anyone else again. I highly recommend this team. 5 stars. Thank you for the work!"

"My wife Linda and I decided, late last year, that we wanted to re-locate from our beachfront home in North Topsail to somewhere a tad closer to Wilmington. Fifteen years full time right on the beach (along with both of us turning 70!) was just the right amount of time. We found a house in Hampstead that we wanted to see, and I called the number on the listing. A nice young woman answered. We made a plan and quickly met at the listed house, and shortly thereafter had a signed contract to purchase.

That young woman was a delightful person named Ginny Richards, and this serendipitous phone call blossomed into much much more.

We closed on the new home, then set about working toward selling our house on Topsail. Ginny introduced us to the heads of her team at Coldwell Banker, Sherwood and Diane Strickland. Long story short, we all clicked. We listed our house and it sold on the first day. End of story, right? Hardly...

The endless details of what occurred during that month or six weeks or whatever it was would fill a book. Our Topsail home had been our full time residence since March of 2010 and we were fanatics about maintenance and upgrading, but certain details still needed attention. Ginny, Sherwood, and Diane proved to be a team of true professionals, along with their office manager Kristin and the many tradesman that worked on the house. They were there, on time always, for the walk throughs, the follow ups, the referrals, the strategizing, the photography and videography, the advice, the negotiations, etc. etc., always with intelligent thoughts and calming influence. Despite the natural anxieties associated with buying a house and selling a house almost simultaneously, things couldn't have gone more smoothly.

Preparing a house for a luxury sale is incredibly challenging. Small things that need attention might only be seen through the eyes of skilled, knowledgeable professionals. The advice we received from Sherwood, Diane, and Ginny proved invaluable. For the most part, we acted on their recommendations and I am sure glad we did. I'm not sure how he does it, but Sherwood seems to know every carpenter, handyman, painter, plumber, and electrician anywhere around and somehow gets them out to your house at a moment's notice...pretty remarkable.

I will wrap this up. Ginny can tell you that I sometimes talk a lot and I thank her for her patience. Special big hugs and kudos to her. Ginny Richards is truly a gem and Linda and I value her kindness and friendship. Thank you Ginny, and thank you Sherwood, Diane, and Kristin."

"If you are looking for a reliable and effective realtor, I wholeheartedly recommend the Sherwood Strickland Group. Despite the high interest rates and a slowdown in the sale of existing homes, their exceptional service and expert guidance ensured a smooth and successful experience for me.

The team at Sherwood Strickland Group provided honest recommendations that were different from my previous approach to selling a home. Although it was initially uncomfortable to trust a new method, their commitment to assisting me with project management made all the difference.

They simplified the process by leveraging their extensive resources, and all I had to do was write a few checks.
This streamlined approach significantly shortened the days my home was on the market and maximized the amount of equity I received. Throughout the entire process, the team was supportive, professional, and dedicated, making each day a positive experience.

Sherwood Strickland Group exceeded my expectations, and I am extremely satisfied with their service. If you want a stress-free and successful home selling experience, look no further than Sherwood Strickland Group."

"Sherwood and Diane are wonderful to work with! Their expertise allowed us to sell our home quickly and at an optimal price. They know what they are doing!"

"I'd like to thank Sherwood & Diane Strickland of the Strickland Group for selling our home in record time. When we first starting looking for an agent; we knew it had to be someone who understood how we made a spec house into a custom home..Sherwood & Diane not only understood this, they knew how to market it as such.. When we first met with Sherwood & Diane, they laid out their strategic plan on how they would present our home. The next meeting lays out a specific action plan for your house.

Even though our home was market "ready" there always items to be done that can elevate your home to its full potential. This is where the Strickland Group outshines all other agents.. from their internal team who coordinate the business aspect of the transaction to all appointments for video, drone, & photography marketing.

Sherwood & Diane also have a full service list of outstanding trades who are craftsmen at what they do..as well as providing "Just Move It" moving company who helped store our excess patio furniture. Along each step of prepping our home, Sherwood was in attendance to make sure everything went smoothly.

My husband & I have moved all across the country and we can undoubtedly say there has not been a better Real Estate team than Sherwood & Diane.. their professionalism, attention to every detail & marketing plan is a winning combination...not only do we call them our Real Estate Agents; we now call them our friends."

"Diane and Sherwood are top tier in their industry. The entire process felt almost luxurious and was as low stress as possible. They are both such positive and happy people- overall a joy to work with. They are also thorough , organized, and make you their priority during every professional encounter. Nothing slipped through the cracks and everything was smooth sailing in our buying and selling process. We cant recommend their team enough."

"Diane and Sherwood are top tier in their industry. The entire process felt almost luxurious and was as low stress as possible. They are both such positive and happy people- overall a joy to work with. They are also thorough , organized, and make you their priority during every professional encounter. Nothing slipped through the cracks and everything was smooth sailing in our buying and selling process. We cant recommend their team enough."

"Sherwood and Diane were incredibly helpful to work with to sell our home. Professional and organized, they helped us work through all the details to sell our home. Their marketing plan and network connections were terrific, identifying potential buyers during the “coming soon” period and helped us close the sale in less than 6 weeks from the listing date. I realize it’s not always this easy to sell a home, but I think you'd be hard pressed to find a better Realtor. They truly know the market and I would highly recommend them!"

"We decided to sell our home of 26 years. After interviewing many realtors, we decided on Sherwood Strickland Group. Our house sold on the second day. Wow! Although the original buyers had second thoughts and backed out, the Stricklands had another offer on the table within days. This was my first time being involved in the selling of a house, and if you've ever sold a house you know there is a lot of paperwork. Diane and Sherwood were very patient and took me through each and every page. It was a challenging process for me, but the Stricklands got me through it. I highly recommend Sherwood Strickland Group. Diane and Sherwood Strickland, thank you for all your guidance and support."

"Sherwood and Diane are without a doubt the best agents we have worked with in over 15 moves. They are knowledgeable, hardworking, and committed to meeting the needs of the client. They were focused, communicative, and supportive throughout the process of selling our home. Incredible team who we highly recommend!"

"Extremely helpful and informative as well as knowledgable and quick to respond to any questions. Due to their advice and diligent effort my home was sold within 24 hours of being on the market. Would recommend their service to anyone interested in seamless, hassle free and professional work."

"All around amazing. I couldn't have asked for a better team. They helped me buy my home in 2017 and then helped sell it this year. They made both processes easy and worry free. 10 out of 10 experience."