Next Chapter Partners: Your Journey, Our Expertise
Welcome to Next Chapter Partners, where your real estate journey becomes part of a larger, meaningful story. You’re not a transaction or a task on a checklist - to us, you are FAMILY. As a couple fully committed to both each other and the real estate world, we understand the weight of life’s big milestones. Home is not simply a place; it is a foundation, a fresh start, and sometimes a life-long dream. Real estate is more than what we do, it is part of our identity.
Our Promise: Guiding Your Next Chapter
At Next Chapter Partners, we pride ourselves on being your trusted guides through life's most significant transitions. Whether you're celebrating a new chapter or navigating the challenges of change, we're here to provide the support and expertise that reflects the core values of our own journey - teamwork, dedication, and unwavering loyalty.
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Our Journey, Our Passion // Next Chapter Partners
Next Chapter Partners is the culmination of a personal and professional journey that began when Brad and Shanna met at an open house in 2017. Real estate has been at the core of their relationship from day one. Two beautiful children and four cherished furkids complete their family, bringing them immense joy beyond the realm of real estate. As a couple deeply committed to each other and the real estate industry, Brad and Shanna understand the profound impact of life's pivotal moments. They believe in the power of home and the significance of the journey that leads you there. For them, real estate isn't only a profession; it's a passion that weaves seamlessly into the fabric of their lives.
Our Promise // Guiding Your Next Chapter
At Next Chapter Partners, we pride ourselves on being your trusted guides through life's most significant transitions. Whether you're celebrating a new chapter or navigating the challenges of change, we're here to provide the support and expertise that reflects the core values of our own journey - teamwork, dedication, and unwavering loyalty.
Brad Colburn | Real Estate Visionary
With an extensive 23-year career as a Residential Realtor, Brad Colburn is the heartbeat of Next Chapter Partners. Born and raised in Colorado, Brad has a deep-rooted connection to the Centennial State. He briefly ventured to Nebraska for college, where his excellence on the football field earned him a well-deserved induction into the Nebraska College Football Hall of Fame. Football taught him discipline and teamwork, and he carries these values into his real estate career.
Shanna Schmidt | Business Strategist
Coming from the medical device industry with an MBA in her arsenal, Shanna Schmidt brings a fresh perspective to real estate. Her journey from a small-town Nebraska farm to the vibrant landscapes of Colorado speaks to her adaptability and determination. Shanna's nearly twenty years of experience in sales and marketing, coupled with her strategic thinking and unwavering commitment to excellence, position her as an indispensable member of our team.
Our Approach: Tailored & Expert
Tailored Solutions: Just as they've crafted their own story, Brad and Shanna are dedicated to crafting solutions that align with your vision, wherever your real estate journey takes you.
Expert Network: Their vast network of top-tier vendor partners ensures every facet of your transition receives the highest level of expert attention.
National Reach: As part of a vast network of realtors across the nation, they can connect you with trusted professionals, even if your journey takes you beyond the Denver-Metro area.
Our Mission, Vision, and Values
Mission:
At Next Chapter Partners, our mission is to be the unwavering guide for individuals and families navigating life's pivotal moments, offering personalized real estate solutions that make dreams come true. With empathy, expertise, and an unyielding commitment to partnership, we lead our clients on a journey to new chapters of success and fulfillment.
Vision:
Our vision at Next Chapter Partners is to redefine the real estate experience through steadfast dedication to personalization, collaboration, and exceptional service. We aspire to create lasting relationships that extend well beyond the transaction, becoming trusted partners for life's most significant transitions. By consistently delivering outstanding value and support, we aim to be the go-to destination for all real estate needs, setting a standard of excellence in our industry.
Values:
Partnership: We believe in the power of partnership. We forge deep connections with our clients and vendors, working collaboratively to achieve shared goals and aspirations.
Empathy: We understand real estate is more than transactions; it's about people and their stories. We approach every journey with empathy, adapting to individual needs.
Excellence: Excellence is our standard. We relentlessly pursue the highest levels of professionalism, expertise, and service quality to exceed expectations.
Personalization: We recognize that every real estate journey is unique. We tailor our solutions to fit each client's distinct vision and circumstances.
Trust: Trust is the foundation of our relationships. We uphold the highest ethical standards, ensuring transparency, reliability, and the utmost integrity in everything we do.
Community: We celebrate the sense of community, valuing our clients and vendor partners as cherished members of our extended family.
Adaptability: Just as life is continuously evolving, we are adaptable and agile, ready to pivot and find solutions in an ever-changing world.
National Reach: We take pride in our national reach, connecting clients with trusted professionals even when their journey extends beyond our local expertise.
Passion: Real estate our profession; more importantly, it is our passion. We approach each day with enthusiasm, driven by the joy of making dreams come true.
At Next Chapter Partners, these values guide us in every interaction and decision, embodying our commitment to transforming real estate experiences into continuing partnerships.
What Clients Are Saying
"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 where 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."
Mike & Shannon A.
"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!"
Jeff & Kathy K.
"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 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 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!"
Kyle & Kelci H.
Why Work with Us
Personalized Guidance
At Next Chapter Partners, we understand that every real estate journey is unique. We take the time to listen to your specific needs and goals, crafting tailored solutions that align with your vision. Our commitment to providing personalized guidance ensures that your real estate experience is as individual as you.
Family-Centric Approach
Beyond being your real estate advisors, we believe in building lasting relationships. Many of our clients become cherished friends and are considered part of our extended family. When you work with Next Chapter Partners, you're not a transaction we can check off our list; you're a valued member of our community, and we're committed to your long-term success and satisfaction.
Extensive Experience & Top-Tier Connections
With over two decades of experience in the real estate industry, Brad and Shanna have built a vast network of top-tier vendor partners. This ensures that every aspect of your transaction benefits from the expertise and connections that are the hallmark of Next Chapter Partners. Whether you're buying or selling, you can trust that your real estate journey will be supported by professionals who share our dedication to excellence. Plus, our national reach allows us to connect you with trusted experts, even if your path takes you beyond the Denver-Metro area.
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Bring on 2025 - Time To ASCEND
"Without continual growth and progress, such words as improvement, achievement, and success have no meaning." - Benjamin Franklin
Closing the door on 2024 feels like shutting a mostly organized closet, knowing there is still a pile of "figure-it-out-later" stuff tucked away in the corner. This year brought us a lot of fast starts, big wins, some challenges, and a lot of valuable lessons. I, for one, am grateful for all of them - even the ones I'd rather not repeat.
Soooo What Went Well?
For us, it was a year of foundational growth. Throughout 2024, we poured concrete. Our business and our relationship grew stronger. Routines brought balance in ways I did not think possible. Life, for me, used to feel like a whirlwind of constant travel, where no two days were alike. Now, anchors of predictability steady our ship. Chaos has been replaced by structure.
Growth, of course, is not free. Time, energy, and some inevitable frustration paid that bill. Those bittersweet moments came with lifelong lessons. Stress and unrealistic expectations (that's mostly on me) have been left behind. Goodbye to those for the year ahead!
Big moments gave us plenty to celebrate:
Brad and I officially launched Next Chapter Partners, building a team and a business we are already incredibly proud of.
We started The Parker Insiders, a generous and mindful way to invest in our community.
A friend and I launched our Ladies of Parker group, a group connecting and empowering incredible women in our area.
We helped 23 individuals/families kick off their next chapter in new homes.
On the personal side, Kade graduated high school, an emotional milestone. His unified bowling team went to state, placing 7th - a highlight that made us all immensely proud! Aracel became a licensed driver (watch out world!) and I'm proud to say she's actually quite good at it. Many great times spent with friends and family are what made our year what it was - wonderful! Our Husker teams played their hearts out and gave us a lot of good memories as we cheered them on throughout the year!
What's in store for 2025?
2025 is going to be our year to ASCEND! Choosing a word for the year takes a lot of thought, but it helps me stay focused. Last year's word, "Hippopotamus" was layered with meaning and forced a lot of self-reflective moments. For 2025, ASCEND feels perfect. Rising higher is our goal - not only for ourselves, but with the people who matter most to us. Growth happens by lifting others and staying grounded in our purpose.
Our focus for the year isn't necessarily about doing more but rather doing better. Supporting our people - friends, family, clients, our community, and the families and small businesses we work with will remain our top priority. ASCEND captures the vision of showing up for the climb and collectively building something meaningful.
Balance and health will be in heavy focus for us both. Overdue steps toward wellness feel essential. The kids' growing independence reminds us to embrace our next chapters. Planning ahead with intention means focusing on what truly matters and taking the steps toward our future.
As always, the growth will be messy and rewarding. The climb won't be perfect, but the progress will be worth it...and we are ready for it!!!
Let's GOOOOOOOOOOOOO!! Bring on 2025!
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