The Lisa Mathena Group, Inc.

With 34+ years of experience in the Delaware real estate market, Lisa Mathena is one of the most trusted and accomplished REALTORS® serving Southern Delaware. A lifelong resident of the state, Lisa brings unmatched local knowledge and deep expertise across New Castle County, Kent County, and Sussex County, helping buyers and sellers navigate every stage of the real estate process with confidence and clarity. Recognized throughout her career as a top-producing REALTOR®, Lisa has built a reputation for delivering results through strong negotiation skills, strategic marketing, and a deep understanding of Delaware’s real estate laws, contracts, and local regulations. Her clients benefit from her ability to coordinate trusted vendors, manage complex transactions, and provide step-by-step guidance designed to make every sale or purchase as smooth and stress-free as possible. Lisa’s primary goal is always to help clients make informed decisions that are truly in their best interest. Whether assisting first-time buyers, move-up homeowners, investors, or clients facing short sales or foreclosure situations, she provides honest advice, clear communication, and expert-level market insight throughout the entire process. Lisa holds the Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) designation, as well as the Short Sales and Foreclosure Resource (SFR®) and Real Estate Negotiation Expert (RENE®) certifications. Lisa has been ranked in the Top 1% of realtors nationwide, and she has also achieved Five Star Professional Status every year since 2019. Lisa has received consistently high rankings from RateMyAgent on both local and state levels, and achieved Agent of The Year for the State of Delaware & Sussex County in 2023. Alignable also named her Local Businessperson of the year in 2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026. In 2023, Lisa was appointed to the Delaware State Real Estate Commission and became a certified National Association of REALTORS (NAR) mediation officer. In 2009, Lisa founded The Lisa Mathena Group to bring together a team of highly skilled professionals who share her commitment to exceptional service and client success. Since its formation, the team has consistently ranked among the top real estate groups in the state of Delaware, known for its professionalism, responsiveness, and results-driven approach. Today, Lisa and her team proudly serve clients throughout Delaware, helping families buy and sell homes with confidence while maintaining a reputation built on trust, performance, and long-term relationships.

A high-touch REALTOR known for her extensive market knowledge and her unmatched devotion to clients.

A Buyer’s Agent since July 2009, Donna begins each relationship by communicating with each client to identify the most important needs they desire in their new home. “I pride myself on making time for clients outside of the “normal” business hours so I may better accommodate their schedules. My experience to date has shown me clients who have easier access and availability to reach their Realtor is essential. I have established relationships with reputable mortgage lenders, settlement attorneys, and service contractors to streamline the closing process.” In 2020, Donna received the RENE (Real Estate Negotiation Expert) designation.Also in 2020, Donna Girod was named Director of the Property Management division at The Lisa Mathena Group, Inc. “I am able to assist homeowners who have made the decision to lease their home as opposed to selling it. This enables homeowners to generate an income while possibly relocating and not selling their home at the present moment. My experience in property management goes back to 1990. I find the years I’ve spent working with renters and owners has provided me with the expertise in dealing with people in a variety of living situations,” Donna concludes. “I look forward to working with you as well!”

As both a REALTOR® and a former educator for more than 30 years, Felecia Duggins recognizes the importance of homeownership. It has become her personal mission to educate as many people as she can as to how empowering it is to own your own home. “I feel it’s so important to show people the numerous benefits of paying a mortgage as opposed to paying rent,” said Felecia. “When you buy a house, in addition to the sense of satisfaction of home ownership and tax benefits, you essentially become a member of a community. A home is the largest investment we make in life. In order to protect our investment, it is also important to protect the community in which the property is located.” If you are considering owning your first home… or your next home, let Felecia Duggins assist you with all the steps necessary to put you in the home of your dreams!