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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

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5/5

Google

Very professional outfit. They were very pro active in getting viewings and people through the door. Up till completion, they were keen to help. Would definately recommend using them.

Martin · 15 March 2020

Agent replied

Hey Martin. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this review. The comment about being a professional outfit is amazing, as that's exactly how we want customers to see us. We're not just Estate Agents, we're property professionals that get the job done. I'm over the moon you were happy 😊 with everything and I promise you can call us now or in the future for absolutely anything property related. We're here to help ALWAYS! Thanks again Martin. Amir Rafiai - Director

5/5

Google

Have now sold twice with the guys and they always go above and beyond. Would happily recommend them and they give you a great technological edge with your sale. Paul K

Paul · 9 February 2019

Agent replied

Hi Paul. Thanks for taking the time to leave a review. Exceeding expectations every single time is what we're all about. And to have done that for you twice now, is amazing! I'm happy you're happy and it seems like another job well done. Thanks again and have a great day. Amir Rafiai - Director

5/5

Google

Next Chapter were very helpful both in terms of the sale of our property and our onward purchase. Fee structure clear and simple to understand. Would use again.

Simon · 9 February 2020

Agent replied

Hi Simon. Thanks for leaving this review. We're all about transparency, and getting the results we promise. I'm pleased to find that you'd happily use us again, we'd love to have you as a client again. You guys are great! Have an awesome 2020 and stay in touch. Thanks. Amir Rafiai - Director

5/5

Google

Next Chapter sold my property within a week, for the asking price! The whole process easy, stress free and professional. I would highly recommend this estate agents.

Dionne · 15 March 2020

Agent replied

Hey Dionne! Thanks so much for leaving this review! We're like Estate Agency ninja's! Get a property on the market, get it sold quickly using our unique marketing strategies, and get it sold at the best price. Skills. I'm really pleased you found the experience stress-free and professional! If you ever need to use us again in the future, get in touch, ALWAYS! Thanks again, Amir Rafiai - Director

5/5

Google

Just like to say a big thank you to everyone at next chapter with moving into my property, great communication throughout the process, highly recommended, thanks guys!

Jake · 9 February 2020

Agent replied

Yes Jake! Thanks so much for this review. Communication is key to everything we do, so I'm pleased you were happy with the service. I'm over the moon that you're now in your new home and it's an awesome place, so I hope you have a brilliant time. If you need anything at all, now or in the future, you just get in touch. We're always here to help. Have a great weekend. Speak soon and stay in touch. Thanks. Amir Rafiai - Director

5/5

Google

Great service, great team. Hayley thank you for all your help with our recent purchase. We can not wait to move in.

Kelly · 9 February 2020

Agent replied

Hi Kelly. Thanks so much for the feedback. I'm unbelievably lucky to have Hayley on our team. She's lovely, personable and knows her stuff. I'm pleased you felt a 5 star review was deserved, as it can only mean that when or if you ever decide to move in the future, 5 star Next Chapter are the property experts to call. I think though, in the meantime, I'll let you enjoy your new beautiful home. It really is gorgeous. Congratulations! Have an awesome day. Amir Rafiai - Director

5/5

Google

We found this estate agent the best, they are so enthusiastic and professional in there work. I would highly recommended them.

Natalie · 15 March 2020

Agent replied

Hey Natalie, thanks so much for this review! I understand this was left on behalf of your Mum, and I'm honestly over the moon for you and the family. I'm so pleased we made this happen! You all deserve amazing things and it goes without saying, if you need anything from us at all, now, or in the future, you just give us a shout. We're ALWAYS here to help! Thanks again. Amir Rafiai - Director

5/5

Google

Great experience with NC. Very friendly, efficient and understanding of first time sellers. Would highly recommend! Many thanks to the whole team :)

Sarah · 9 February 2019

Agent replied

Hey Sarah. Thanks so much for the review. It means a lot. I'm pleased you found the moving experience a positive one, as it should be. Let's stay in touch and good luck with everything now and in the future. Amir Rafiai - Director

5/5

Google

From start to finish, an excellent presentation, service and advice. A personal and informative service throughout, and would have no hesitation in recommending "Next Chapter".

Keith · 10 February 2016

Agent replied

Hi Keith! Thank you for leaving such a wonderful review of my company. The team and I have enjoyed getting to know you and your wife throughout this process. I hope you enjoy your 'Next Chapter in your new home. Thanks again, Amir Rafiai Director

5/5

Google

Sold twice through next chapter - always deliver and have evolved each time. Will use them again in the future

David · 9 February 2020

Agent replied

Thanks for the feedback David! You know our aim for this Estate Agency is to be your life long partner Agent. We don't just want to build a relationship over one quick sale. For us, it's about building long lasting relationships. We want to be your Estate Agent. The Estate Agent that goes on to sell your future homes, or your children's future homes. We're building something long term. Thanks so much for using us, for the 2nd time, and we all hope you have an amazing weekend (this was written on Saturday). Stay in touch. Thanks. Amir Rafiai - Director

4/5

Google

As a first-time buyer Next Chapter were very helpful, and all the staff we encountered were friendly and proactive

Elizabeth · 9 February 2020

Agent replied

Hey Elizabeth! Thanks so much for the review! You've purchased the most beautiful home, and we're over the moon you found our service friendly and proactive. Have an awesome year and do stay in touch. We're always here to help! Thanks again. Amir Rafiai - Director

5/5

Google

Easy, professional and friendly. Completed in such a quick time frame. Fully informed all the way! Would def recommend!

Ryan · 9 February 2020

Agent replied

Hey Ryan! Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this review. It's really appreciated. I'm pleased you were happy with everything, and we're always here whenever you need us, now or in the future. I'm over the moon we found you a property. Thanks again, Amir Rafiai - Director

4/5

Google

Next Chapter's friendly and helpful team have been great in assisting me with my first move. Would recommend!

Frankie · 9 February 2020

Agent replied

Hey Frankie! Thanks for the review. It's much appreciated. I'm pleased we finally got it over the line for you. I hope you're enjoying your first home, it's well deserved. If you need anything from us now or in the future, you just get in touch. Always here to help. Enjoy 2020 and let's stay in touch. Thanks. Amir Rafiai - Director

5/5

Google

Sold in record time saw process through at all stages Would recommend without reservation

David · 20 March 2021

Agent replied

Thanks so much David! It was a pleasure. You were such an amazing client.

5/5

Google

Refreshing approach to selling your house. Great marketing and service. Super people to deal with. Highly recommended over the competition.

Steve · 9 February 2019

Agent replied

Hey Steve. Just realised we didn't thank you for this review. So thanks so much. I hope you and the family are well. Give me a shout if you need anything at all. Thanks again. Amir Rafiai - Director.

5/5

Google

Helpful and attentive. After buying the property through Next Chapter and had a pleasant experience we …

Sam · 20 March 2020

Agent replied

Hey Sam! I'm so pleased you were happy with everything. I always love it when we sell the house we originally sold to the client. I hope you and the family have an awesome year! Thanks again, and lets stay in touch. Amir Rafiai - Director of Next Chapter Estate Agents

5/5

Google

Highly reccomended, extremely professional and friendly we recommend all our customers to Next Chapter 👌 …

Calvin · 11 March 2020

Agent replied

Hey Guys! Thanks so much for taking the time to leave this review. Let's make this happen! Have an awesome day. Thanks again, Amir Rafiai - Director

5/5

Google

Highly reccomended, extremely professional and friendly we recommend all our customers to Next Chapter 👌

Comprehensive · 9 February 2020

Agent replied

Hey Guys! Thanks so much for taking the time to leave this review. Let's make this happen! Have an awesome day. Thanks again, Amir Rafiai - Director

5/5

Google

Great firm - Thorough and hard working. A well managed outfit.

Jamie · 20 March 2021

Agent replied

Hey Jamie! Really appreciate you taking the time to leave this review! I know you have exceptional standards when it comes to service and life, so to have impressed you enough to leave a review means a lot. We're looking forward to … More

5/5

View Agents
Seller

Outstanding service and great value.

We were going to use another estate agent but switched to Next Chapter following a recommendation from a friend. Service they provided was first class from the photographs, to escorted viewings, follow-up throughout the whole process and superb customer service. They also achieved a sale price far higher than we expected.

Simon · 19 July 2016

1/5

Google

The previously arranged appointment was cancelled with less than two hours notice. Disappointed.

Laurence · 9 February 2020

Agent replied

Hi Laurence. I'm extremely sorry you felt this deserved a 1 star review. The minute we discovered the appointment could not happen, we wanted to inform you immediately. We're in the business of selling homes, not cancelling appointments. It was something genuinely out of our control. The moment we discovered the appointment could not happen we called you to let you know. We pride ourselves on service and awesome reviews, so I'm honestly devastated you felt this deserved a 1 star review, considering most of our reviews are 5 stars, based on hot communication and service. If we can make this up to you, do let us know. Thanks. Amir Rafiai - Director

5/5

Google

Always happy to answer any questions that you have

Paula · 20 March 2021

Agent replied

Thanks Paula! You're the best!

5/5

Google

Fantastic service and I now have the property I have dreamed of. Thank you.

Alexandra · 10 February 2016

Agent replied

Hi Alexandra, I'm so happy you're finally in your dream home. It's been wonderful getting to know you and feel free to stay in touch. If you ever decide to move again, we're always here to help. Have a great 2016! Thanks, Amir Rafiai Director

5/5

Google

Great estate agents brilliant service, highly recommended. ⭐️

Laura · 9 February 2019

Agent replied

Thanks Laura. Really appreciate the review. We got there in the end, and I should be leaving you a 5 star review with the work you put in behind the scenes with the neighbour. It's been lovely getting to know, and if you ever need to move in the future, you know where to come. Have a wonderful Christmas! 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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