Next Chapter Partners

"Brad stayed with us from start to finish, from listing and selling our home to purchasing a new home. Brad brought an amazing interpersonal touch to this process and helped us keep focused and positive."

"We have been looking for three years. Brad was beyond patient and never gave up on us; he adjusted our search when we changed it three times and was always positive. We purchased a home while living out of state. Brad would help us preview homes to save us a flight, he set up a like page for us, and stayed in touch with us without being pushy. Going through the actual sale, he was extremely informative and knowledgeable about the concerns we had. If I could give 10stars, I would! If you are considering a home in Denver, Brad is your realtor!"

"Brad did a great job selling our house. He was knowledgeable about the area and knew exactly where to price the property. As a result, we received multiple offers on the first day. Of course, these things rarely go through smoothly, but Brad was there to guide us through the complexities of the transaction. I would recommend Brad to anyone looking to buy or sell a property."

"Great guy with so much experience and knowledge. He made the process super easy and always had answers to all my questions. I would highly recommend working with Brad if you are looking to buy or sell."

"From beginning to end, we had a truly great experience with Brad. He was incredibly accommodating, and since we are relocating from out of state, Brad went out of his way to help us navigate the market and find the perfect home for us, especially during these weird COVID times. Brad is extremely knowledgeable, personable, and very professional. We would highly recommend Brad to anyone looking to buy or sell a home."

"Brad helped my husband and me buy our first home in Edgewater, CO. He offered a vast knowledge of the market and valuable advice, which gave us confidence as first-time buyers. He is extremely personable, accommodating, and trustworthy. We would highly recommend Brad to anyone looking to buy a home."

"Brad helped us buy our home in Aurora in 2016 and sell it in 2021. He stayed in touch with us over those 5 years. He was always very responsive and worked hard to help us. He is very knowledgeable about the market, and we would highly recommend him."

"We initially met Brad at an open house. We were casually looking at the time, and we’re planning to use the Redfin agent who sold us our condo. We appreciated that Brad didn’t give us any kind of sales pitch, but rather had a casual conversation with us. He followed up with us four days later, and we decided to move forward, given a small dip in the market. After the listing appointment, the very next day, Brad had a professional photographer out, and then two days later, our condo was listed. It sold within four days over asking with multiple offers. When it came to buying our home, he was always super responsive and made sure we didn’t settle for something because of us selling our place and our inventory being low. He had our back and best interest the entire time, we never had anything to worry about. We loved our experience with Brad and referred one of our friends! Don’t hesitate to work with him, you won’t regret it!"

"Brad Colburn is the best real estate agent in Denver! He is a complete professional, knows the different neighborhood markets very well, understands how to market a home, has practical advice all day long, knows everyone you need for help getting your house ready for the market, gives rational, sound advice on pricing and how to respond to offers, and a fun person to be around as well! I have recommended him to friends several times, and they all think he's the best, too!"

"Brad was amazing with both selling and buying our homes. Brad showed us homes for about a year. I knew exactly what I wanted and wasn't going to sacrifice; he showed patience and was always available to us for showings. We did things a little backwards. Brad negotiated a contingent offer without our home yet on the market, all during a very competitive time. Once we were under contract, Brad was ready to get our home listed. We missed the peak of the market by a month, and Brad was ready with the correct advice and pricing strategy. We made one price correction and got an offer; the rest of the sale went very smoothly, and we closed on time. On the purchase, we ran into a few hiccups, and Brad's experience allowed us all to have composure and move through them with ease. During a time when most buyers were paying the difference between appraisal and purchase price, Brad was able to negotiate a new purchase price at the appraised value. Brad is the best Realtor that we've worked with and highly recommend him to all of our friends and family."

"My wife and I have bought and sold many homes over the years. Brad and Shanna set a new bar on what a great customer experience should look like. Their communication, ideas, and use of technology to maximize our home value were a benchmark and enlightened us on the impact the right partner can have through this process. Highly, highly recommend!"

"I’m extremely Grateful for Brad Colburn and Shanna Schmidt from Next Chapter Partners at Madison and Co for exceeding my expectations of selling my home. From our first phone call to the initial listing appointment, they made me feel at ease and answered all of my questions. They were very Detailed, Personable, and Professional. Brad and Shanna were dedicated to understanding and meeting my specific needs to sell my home in the timeframe I needed. They offered Exceptional knowledge of market trends and ability to provide clear guidance to me. They were local neighborhood experts. Shanna used her Excellent Marketing Skills to get my house seen. Brad and Shanna were always willing to have Open Houses on various days/hours that were out of the norm to bring potential buyers in. This eventually led to the sale of my house. They were able to provide me with an Excellent Vendor Referral for kitchen countertops that were installed extremely fast and gave my home the polished look it needed to sell. They continue to give me Referrals for other Real Estate Agents out of state and local vendors for my new home. Brad and Shanna are both Honest, Hard Working, Reliable, Knowledgeable and Professional Real Estate Agents in Parker, Co. They looked out for my best interest and their strategic and strong negotiations made the difference in selling my house for top dollar. I was kept well informed throughout the closing process. They were always asking how I was doing with my move when it came to packing/movers/needing any help from them, and giving me the guidance and reassurance I needed. I highly recommend Brad Colburn and Shanna Schmidt from Madison and Company as they are Extremely Professional and Genuinely Care about their client and their clients’ Next Chapter. I have gained a new friendship bonding over family/pets and swapping funny stories with them both."

"Brad and Shanna were great to work with. As a 1st time home buyer, they were always willing to explain any part of the process. I could tell they were both very knowledgeable and experienced. I always felt that they had my best interests in mind, and I will definitely be back if I ever sell/buy again. I mostly interacted with Bra,d who was always easy to talk to and easy to contact."

"Brad and Shanna rock! My wife and I have only been in Denver for a few years. We knew what we wanted, but we didn’t know exactly where or how to find it. Adding Brad and Shanna to our team made a world of difference. They have extensive knowledge of every neighborhood in the area. Walking through a showing with them is like going through an inspection. They see the fine details, as well as the big picture. They can estimate repair/renovation costs with a high degree of accuracy. Also, it was fun! When it came time for negotiations, we were able to rest easy knowing we were in good hands. We found a house for our family, and we made a couple of friends along the way. Thanks, Brad and Shanna!"

"If there were one word I could use to describe working with Shanna and Brad, it would be "easy". They provided excellent analytics, reliable contacts for helping to get repairs and upgrades completed, and then acted fast. My house went on the market and I went out of town for the weekend. It was under contract before I returned back to the house. The marketing they put together was top-notch. I still show people the video and photos they put together. I could not have asked for a better experience from these 2 professionals. I felt like they were truly invested in making the experience as positive and painless as possible."

"Brad and Shanna were the guiding lights as we navigated selling our home. They gave practical insights, explicit next steps, and facilitated timeline considerations with patience and market-driven knowledge. It was so helpful to partner with them for several months prior to the actual listing date so we could facilitate selling preparation needs as well as market considerations. They understood the value beyond just numbers and gave rapt attention to the details that make a house a home. Then, they went to work marketing to ensure communication of the nuanced charm and appeal of the lot. Facilitating networks of tradesman, communicating timelines, and celebrating the uniqueness and style of the home are just a few standouts of the Next Chapter Team. I strongly recommend partnering with them in the adventure of buying or selling a home. After 15 years in the home, saying "what's in our next chapter" was perfectly narrated with the collaboration of this dynamic team! Thanks so much, Brad and Shann, for helping orchestrate the incredibly complex undertaking of navigating the real estate market with data, experience, professionalism, and fun!"

"Brad and Shanna Schmidt were recommended to my wife and me through a family acquaintance who had previous success with them when it came to selling and purchasing a new home. My wife and I were working with an agent who only created more questions than answers as to the direction we wanted for our future home. We were looking to not only sell but also purchase a new home that needed to fit certain criteria to fit our needs. Brad and Shanna came into the picture and brought us everything we could’ve asked for. From the first day we met them, they brought in a depth of knowledge about how the real estate world operates. The trust was built immediately as they listened to our vision. The days that followed were nothing but action. Brad and Shanna first got us into our dream home that fit the criteria/requests we wanted. They navigated the whole process, which was low stress and much appreciated. The next phase was to sell our other home. This process was daunting to my wife and me as we were in the midst of a rough market period. We wanted a certain selling price for this home. This was our first home that we had spent 13 years together in. Brad and Shanna listened to our requests. With their expertise they walked us thru the process of selling this home. Specific things needed to be done to this home to bring it up to date and current. With their knowledge, they guided us along this process. Their eye for detail and with a helping hand ( I must stress, helping hand), they helped us get our first home on the market and ready to sell. In a timely manner, while also keeping the integrity of our asking price, they helped us find the perfect family to purchase this home. Win-win for everyone! We are truly grateful to you both. Thank you so, so much for everything. You both will be the ones I turn to for future needs. Thank you, Brad and Shanna!"

"Shanna and Brad are amazing, friendly and helpful, and wonderful to work with! They are there for you every step of the way, and as a first-time homebuyer, they made the process so easy and smooth. Highly recommended."

"Shanna and Brad are awesome resources. Shanna helped me find an excellent agent in Ohio who helped us sell our home and buy our new home! They create powerful content and constantly inspire their peers and others to always strive to be their best. They are both amazing humans, and we are all blessed to be connected to them!"

"I recently had the pleasure of working with Brad and Shanna on the sale of a first-time home to their buyer, and I couldn’t be more impressed. They were incredibly responsive throughout the entire process and always had their clients' best interests in mind. What stood out the most was their ability to balance strong negotiation with a clear understanding of when to advise their buyer which items were their responsibility. Their professionalism and communication made the transaction smooth and collaborative, and I would highly recommend them to anyone looking for agents who truly understand how to advocate for their clients while keeping the process fair for everyone involved. Great team to work with!"