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★★★★★ Excellent

187 reviews across 2 platforms

Swan House, 9 Queens Road, Brentwood, Essex, CM14 4HE

Next Chapter's office in Brentwood, Essex, at Swan House, is rated 4.9 out of 5 across 187 reviews on two platforms, including 155 Google reviews rated 4.9. It won Trusted Agent in The Trusted Agent 2026 awards.

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4.9 / 5

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5.0 / 5

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About Next Chapter Brentwood

Estate Agency is changing! We're Next Chapter, a creative, design-led Estate Agency here in Brentwood, Essex. We offer a local, traditional service, for much fairer fees, starting from £3,500 including VAT and professional photography, no sale, no fee and no hidden extras. We believe in outstanding photography, fairer fees and exceptional customer service. We're open until 8pm during the week and your home will be advertised in all the right places - Rightmove, Zoopla, Primelocation and our Award Winning website! The company is owned by Husband and Wife, Amir and Katy Rafiai and was launched in September 2013, with the view to challenging the publics perception of Estate Agents, by offering a better service, for a fairer fee. The company is growing from strength to strength proving that fairness, transparency and great customer service can be used in the same sentence as Estate Agency. Start your Next Chapter with us today...

Awards

The Trusted Agent 2026 results for Next Chapter, ranked against 18,569 UK estate agent offices. Each award is assessed separately from the review sites.

Reviews

Every review we hold for the Brentwood office, from every platform, shown as written. First names only.

5/5

View Agents
Seller

Selling our home was actually an enjoyable experience!

We were extremely pleased with our selling agent Next Chapter. The entire process was made really easy for us and everything was taken care of. From our initial valuation we could see the confidence of the team and were really impressed with the innovative ideas presented to us for marketing our home. We never felt pressurised and our suggestions were always taken into consideration. We had a high volume of viewings through the door and after 8 weeks we had several offers on the table. The final negotiations by Next Chapter meant we received a great price for our property and their tactical shrewdness meant we had the right buyer and completed 6 weeks later. Highly recommend for a stress free sale.

Hannah · 9 January 2017

5/5

View Agents
Seller

Exceptional service, Exceeded Expectations!!!

We could not fault the service provided by Next Chapter, nothing was too much trouble, we had regular updates throughout, they provided excellent value for money compared to other agents, their extended opening hours and around the clock service was amazing, they offer a personal touch and always have time for you. I could go on but all I will say is anyone considering using Next Chapter should do so without hesitation. Thank you again to all of the Next Chapter team for all of their hard work! Leanne & Michael

Leanne · 27 October 2016

5/5

View Agents
Seller

Totally Professional and The Ultimate in Service

My wife and I have been totally impressed by the professional service we have received from Next Chapter. From the outset, we were able to relax as they carried out all the viewings while we went for coffee. Thereafter once they provisionally sold our house, they did all the arranging, communicating, chasing and ensuring the conveyancing went as smoothly as possible, all through our purchase chain until contracts were exchanged. We can't thank them enough for making what can be an enormously stressful experience go so smoothly.

Robert · 1 July 2016

5/5

Google

Great estate agents to work with, I purchased a property through them in December 2019 and had a very positive experience. The fact you can contact them any time on whatsapp is a big advantage and made the whole process a lot simpler.

Joseph · 9 February 2020

Agent replied

Hey Joseph! We're all about communication, so I'm pleased you found whatsapp helpful! I'm also really pleased we found you your first home! Just so you know, we have 7 ways to communicate with people, so whenever you're ready to sell later on (if you do), then you can definitely get hold of us with no problem at all. Always here to help! Speak soon. Thanks again. Amir Rafiai - Director

5/5

Google

Absolutely fantastic team. Cannot thank them enough for the smooth quick sale of my property. Great service, great communication and a pleasure to work with. If you are in the Brentwood area and looking to sell your property then use Next Chapter, you won’t be disappointed.

Vicki · 9 February 2018

Agent replied

Thanks Vicki. We can't believe how quickly things turned around. We're always here as your dedicated property experts to get you moved now and in the future. The team are on the case to now find you your next home. Thanks. Amir Rafiai - Director.

5/5

Google

We've been really impressed with Next Chapter's approach throughout the sale of our property - the team are all determined, helpful and the communication has been brilliant. The use of slack in particular has been great. The team put in so …

Charlotte · 20 March 2020

Agent replied

Hey Charlotte! I'm honestly over the moon we made this happen for you guys! And I love that you loved slack as much as we do. I'm pleased it made the moving process - dare I say it - enjoyable. As you know, our mentality is don't stop … More

5/5

Google

Next chapter were fantastic to deal with and the most proactive agents I’ve ever known! The team were super friendly, helpful and efficient to deal with and were always very prompt in getting back to me. Would highly recommend this great agent!

Emma · 9 February 2020

Agent replied

Emma. Thanks for taking the time to leave this review. It's been an absolute delight getting to know you. Have an awesome day and let's stay in touch. Thanks. Amir Rafiai - Director

5/5

Google

This estate agent are very friendly, a pleasure to deal with. I had a few worrying issues and they were there to talk to and they reassured me that everything was going to be fine. I would recommend Next Chapter Estate Agents

Karen · 9 February 2020

Agent replied

Karen! This is amazing! Thank you so much for this review. We always tell clients, we're here to find solutions, not problems, we're a 'can do' type of Estate Agent. I'm pleased our friendliness and positive attitude came across. Thank you so much again. Have a great 2020! Stay in touch. Amir Rafiai - Director

5/5

Google

Next chapter has been the most honest and trustworthy estate agents I have ever come across. An absolutely fantastic service to go with it. I would recommend to anyone. They are also so caring you are a person not a profit margin. Amanda Thomas

Amanda · 9 February 2019

Agent replied

Amanda. Thanks so much for leaving this review. I always love reviews where the client really understand us and what we're trying to achieve and you're right! We do care, and our aim is treat every client as unique. Just like you! I think when you concentrate on profit margins alone, you can lose your way with providing that all important personal touch, and the fact that we've managed to achieve a much better price than the previous Estate Agent, honestly makes it all worthwhile. I hope you have a wonderful week and we let's get this exchanged for you! Thanks again. Amir Rafiai - Director

5/5

Google

Great service from all of the team on both my purchase and my sale. A young and fresh approach to estate agency. Well done and a special thank you to kelly who went above and beyond in pushing things through and chasing up.

Jeff · 9 February 2018

Agent replied

Hi Jeff, thank you for your lovely review! It really was our pleasure, getting you sold and getting you into your new home. Our aim is to always exceed expectations, and offer our clients a personal, stress free service. If you ever need any help or advice, now or in the future just get in touch. Thanks again for your kind review. Katy Rafiai - Director

5/5

Google

Next Chapter were professional, friendly and very helpful from start to finish. The personal approach was refreshing and their flexible ways of contact (phone, email, WhatsApp) meant I was updated at every stage of the buying process and …

Ben · 20 March 2020

Agent replied

Hi Ben! Thank you so much for this review! It's fantastic! We're so happy! We genuinely have high standards with service as a company, and only want to work alongside other companies with those same high standards, like Simply … More

5/5

Google

Fantastic from start to finish, from the conveyancers they recommended to the removal firm and throughout the whole process they were just so great. Answering calls immediately, keeping us updated and being proactive with our buy - the …

Alicia · 20 March 2020

Agent replied

Alicia! This is the most AMAZING review! Thank you so much. Just so you know, it was read out to the entire team with absolute delight. We're very lucky to have Hayley on board, and you're right, she is an absolute breath of fresh air. … More

5/5

Google

Highly recommend Next Chapter, they dealt with the sale of my property in a very friendly and professional way. Hayley especially, went above and beyond to get the sale through. Giving constant and informative updates all the way through.

Emily · 15 March 2020

Agent replied

Hey Emily! Thanks so much for leaving this review. It means a lot. What a journey! I'm so happy we got this over the line for you, and you found the experience to be friendly and professional, and our communication was on point. This is how we want every single person we deal with to feel. It's been really amazing getting to know you, and as I always say, if you need anything from us at all, now or in the future, just give me a shout. Thanks again. Amir Rafiai - Director

5/5

Google

Always happy to write a review for good people providing a very good service. In an industry often the target of criticism, Next Chapter delivers a reliable, friendly service and I would recommend them highly.

Adam · 20 March 2021

Agent replied

Adam! Really appreciate this review. Thank you so much. We're always trying to push that bar of service higher and higher, so it's always great to have recognition for that. If you need anything now or in the future, just as always, … More

5/5

Google

I bought my property through Next Chapter last year, I feel bad it's taken me so long to write a review as they were absolutely fantastic and I would 100% recommend them to anyone!! …

Sophie · 20 March 2021

Agent replied

Hey Sophie! This is such an amazing review! Thank you, thank you thank you! I'm so pleased you were happy with everything, and yes! You're right! Moving home, especially when pregnant can be pretty stressful, but it sounds like we helped … More

5/5

Google

Really impressed with the team at Next Chapter. They worked hard to ensure that our property was well marketed and had plenty of viewings. Excellent support from accepting offer through to completion of sale. Would highly recommend.

Sally · 20 March 2020

Agent replied

Hey Sally! We got there in the end! There's a saying in our office 'Hardwork beats talent, when talent doesn't work. And although we have some pretty talented people in the office, it was persistence and hardwork that won in the end. What … More

5/5

Google

The guys at Next Chapter are the most proactive estate agency team I've ever come across and I would have no hesitation in recommending them at all. If you thinking of moving definitely give them a call.

Robert · 9 February 2020

Agent replied

Rob. Thanks so much for this review. We do aim to always over deliver. My goal is to be the most over delivered, pro-active Estate Agent in town. Really appreciate the awesome feedback. Have a great day. Thanks. Amir Rafiai - Director

5/5

Google

Excellent service , good advice and a hard working attitude to push forward and complete . They all really worked together as a team with regular updates and a friendly approach Would thoroughly recommend this company .

Lesley · 9 February 2020

Agent replied

Hey Lesley! Thanks so much for the review! I really appreciate it! I know people have to take time out of their day to leave one. The acknowledgment of our hard working attitude and to get the job done is music to my ears. That's exactly who we are! A 'can do' Estate Agent. Anyway, if you need anything from us, now or in the future, you just get in touch. Thanks again. Amir Rafiai - Director

5/5

Google

My wife and I have been totally impressed by the professional service we have received from Next Chapter. We can't thank them enough for making what can be an enormously stressful experience go so smoothly. An absolutely Five Star Service!

Robert · 9 February 2017

Agent replied

Thank you so much for leaving this wonderful Review. Let's stay in touch, it's been a pleasure.

5/5

Google

Such a great team at Next Chapter. Their communication was unfaltering, and were such a great help in pushing completion over the line. I even received a congrats video on moving day! Thanks guys!

Tania · 9 February 2020

Agent replied

Yes Yes Yes Tania! Thanks so much for the awesome review. We love technology, we love great communication, and we clearly love being on camera. Lol. I'm pleased you were happy with everything, and I'm over the moon to have such an awesome person now living in Brentwood! Congratulations and thanks again for the review. Have a lovely day and if you need anything at all, just give us a shout. Amir Rafiai - Director

5/5

Google

The team at Next Chapter provided a thoroughly professional service, they were very proactive in marketing and selling our house, and we have no hesitation in reccommending them. We appreciated all your help.

Susan · 9 February 2020

Agent replied

Thanks for the review Susan. I had no doubt we'd get there in the end. I don't know what the other Estate Agents were doing for months on end. You had a great home, in a great location. The entire team knew we were going to get you moved. Have a wonderful year, and if you continue needing our services, you know we're always here to help. Say Hi to Owen for me. Speak soon. Amir Rafiai - Director

5/5

View Agents
Seller

Excellent, professional, non threatening service!!

From start to finish all staff at Next Chapter have been: friendly professional calm supportive reassuring helpful and efficient. I would highly recommend them as an agent for buying and selling. Having dealt with four moves previous to this move we have found Next Chapter to be the best by far and they put some of the other local agents to shame, Amazing service for a great price. Thank you

Jenni · 23 September 2015

5/5

Google

I was a first time buyer and used next chapter and would definitely recommend them. They was understanding, helpful and answered all my questions very quickly. I will be using them again

Jamie · 9 February 2020

Agent replied

Hey Jamie. Thanks so much for this review. I'm really happy you found us to be a 5 star kind of Estate Agent . It honestly means a lot. Especially as a First Time Buyer. Our belief is that first time buyers are essentially our future clients. I know it's early days, but hopefully it goes without saying, if you ever look a renting or selling your new amazing home now or in the future, just give us a shout. We're always here to help. Have a great day Jamie, and hopefully speak soon. Thanks. Amir Rafiai - Director

4/5

Google

Next Chapter helped us to buy a wonderful house. We are quite happy with the service, the communication was easy and professional (with one exception - hence the 4 stars).

Charles · 9 February 2020

Agent replied

Hi Charles! Thank you very much for the honest review. I'm very pleased you were happy with the service provided and that you found communication easy. This is very important to us. I hope you're enjoying your new home and if you need anything from us in the future, then please just give us a call. We're ALWAYS here to help. Thanks again. Amir Rafiai - Director

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Questions about Next Chapter Brentwood

How many reviews does Next Chapter Brentwood have?

Next Chapter's Brentwood office has 187 reviews across two platforms: 155 on Google, 32 on View Agents.

What is Next Chapter Brentwood's rating?

Next Chapter Brentwood is rated 4.9 out of 5 across all 187 reviews, and 4.9 out of 5 on Google from 155 reviews.

What do sellers say about Next Chapter Brentwood?

25 reviews from sellers, rated 5.0 out of 5 on average. For example, Katie wrote: "Amir and Katie are a start up company with an amazing amount of enthusiasm for selling your house. Initially Amir did all viewings but when this became ..."

Has Next Chapter won any awards?

Yes. In The Trusted Agent 2026 awards: Next Chapter, Brentwood won Trusted Agent.

Where is Next Chapter's Brentwood office?

Next Chapter Brentwood, Swan House, 9 Queens Road, Brentwood, Essex, CM14 4HE.

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