What clients are saying

Dear Marsha, 
I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your exceptional assistance in helping me find and purchase my home in Lake Toxaway. I was fortunate to be referred to you by a dear friend and fellow real estate professional, Susan Taylor, whose judgment I trust implicitly — and who, as it turned out, steered me in exactly the right direction. The experience was everything I could have hoped for — and then some — and I want to ensure that others searching for their perfect mountain retreat or full-time residence have the opportunity to benefit from your considerable talents. 

As a former real estate agent myself, I came into this process with high expectations and a clear eye for what separates a truly skilled broker from an ordinary one. Marsha, you exceeded every benchmark. Your depth and breadth of knowledge of the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau market — earned over more than three decades of dedicated practice — was immediately evident. You did not simply know the listings; you knew the history of the communities, the nuances of the neighborhoods, and the intangible qualities that make a property right for a particular buyer. That kind of local fluency simply cannot be manufactured, and it made all the difference. 

Equally impressive was the network of resources you brought to the table. From inspectors to contractors to title professionals, your relationships throughout the region translated directly into a smoother, more confident transaction. This is the hallmark of an agent who has invested genuinely in her community over time — not just in sales, but in the fabric of the Plateau itself. 

Your negotiation skills were particularly noteworthy. You were strategic, measured, and effective — advocating firmly on my behalf while keeping the process moving forward with professionalism and poise. I never once felt uninformed or unprotected, which speaks volumes in a high-end real estate transaction. 

I should also acknowledge something that is often underestimated in this business: your ability to adapt to the individual client. I have an analytical personality — I ask a lot of questions, I want the data, and I like to understand the "why" behind every decision. Rather than finding this cumbersome, you embraced it. You were consistently responsive, thorough, and communicative throughout every stage of the process. That level of attentiveness is rare, and I did not take it for granted. 

To anyone considering a purchase on the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau — whether a high-end vacation home or a full-time mountain residence — I offer my wholehearted recommendation of Marsha Bricker. She brings to every transaction what so few agents can claim: genuine expertise, an unmatched network, skilled negotiation, clear communication, and a sincere commitment to her clients' best interests. You will not simply be in capable hands. You will be in the best hands. 

Marsha, thank you again — for everything. Lake Toxaway is our home away from home now, and you are a big reason for that. 

With warm regards and sincere appreciation,

We have been trying to sell our home with a different realtor for more than six months with no success. We finally decided it was time for a change and went with Bambi and her team. It was night and day difference. She was communicative, proactive, and really told us what we needed to know when we asked. She didn’t beat around the bush and gave us her professional opinion and that mattered to us. She did such a great job and got our house sold and the process was seamless. We couldn’t recommend her more.

Simply the best! Bambi and Savanah are true professionals. Exquisite attention to details and knowledge! Thank you for everything you did to help us find our beautiful home!

Bambi and her team were fantastic!  They went above and beyond to make sure our deal got done.  We were lucky to find them.

Chuck came through for us on the sale of our lake front home. He helped us purchase the home a few years ago and due to relocation we had to sell and wanted to get it done quickly. He helped us make a well thought through selling plan and was very involved with showing the home, coordinating opening our home and getting it ready for each prospective buyer to see it. Very responsive and thorough with feedback and current market trends. Chuck and his assistant, Riva, run their operation seamlessly and with impressive attention to detail. From coordinating pre-listing repairs, meeting with agents, and being available to prep for showings whenever needed, they made the process as easy and straightforward as possible. They facilitated the closing process with no hiccups. I felt like I could always trust their opinions and that they would address anything quickly and professionally. We are sad to have to leave the area, but know that if we are ever able to move back, Chuck and Riva will be our first call. Highly recommend them and would encourage anyone to hire them for any buying and/or selling needs. Great team with great results

When researching realtors to sell our Holly Forest vacation home in Sapphire, NC, it seemed all links ultimately connected to Bambi Famous Kaine of Silver Creek.  Using AI research tools to dig deeper into top listing agents in Sapphire—the quality of their ever so important digital photography and online presence, days on market, intimate Sapphire knowledge, client reviews, professional history, team, and marketing strategies we drafted a top three list of agents to contact. Bambi was our first—and last—call. She is a full-time professional with stellar sales stats who articulated what she does as a listing agent clearly, concisely, and professionally. We canceled our other two calls and signed with her immediately. Bambi and her team pursued every avenue possible to successfully market and close our home during a shifting Spring market that proved to be unlike any other in decades. As the market shifted, she shifted gears, communicating with us at every turn. We were out of state, and Bambi and her team repeatedly went above and beyond to help us sell our home.

Anyone looking to sell or buy a home in Sapphire—or anywhere on the Plateau—should give Bambi and her team a call, too.

We met Marsha through a dear friend who had purchased property with her assistance before. Marsha was honest, kind, and thorough. This was a challenging transaction, with unforeseen upfront hurdles we would have to later navigate. She and her team were very communicative and stayed on top of the issues while seeing that we were advised of obstacles along the way. We appreciate the experience and knowledge that she had to be able to guide us through the transaction. Thanks bunches!

After living in the DFW area for 31 years, we finally had enough and decided we were going to move. We happened to vacation in Sapphire in October 2025, fell madly in love with the beauty and simplicity of this plateau and that was that. We were on the hunt.

It took some time to find the right realtor. Many were bombarding us with texts and emails. My husband came across Chuck Self and asked him to investigate things, but keep it “real.” Chuck did that. He would check in and tell us “It’s a beautiful day in the mountains! Excited for y’all to find the right place. I can help you.” Let me tell you, he did along with this assistant, Riva Smith. Actually, Riva is the glue that keeps everything running smoothly with this extremely effective team that belongs to Silver Creek Real Estate Group.

They were extremely patient and helpful while we were house hunting. They helped us negotiate a great house that’s just perfect for us and, before and after closing, were there for support to close not only the deal, but all the details that come with the whole process. Moving is difficult, but if you’re looking for a team that will give you a seamless, worry free experience, look no further than Chuck Self and Riva Smith.

We were very grateful to Dan Allen for proactively reaching out to let us know about a wonderful deal on property adjacent to our current home. He made it a very smooth transaction, and we now have a buffer lot to ensure future privacy.

Sold our house this year with Silver Creek Real Estate Group. We used Dan Allen and Nora Kelly who i met during Hurricane Helene helping with food relief at the Cashiers Baptist Church. They were super nice, professional, knowledgeable and supportive in the sell of our home. Home got an offer in three days and went over asking. Dan and Nora were like family. So generous and supportive. I would recommend to anyone.