Brad Pickels, Oskay+Pickels Group at Coldwell Banker Realty

06/10/2026

I wasn't entirely sure how strong the market would be for this one.

The market has been a little hit-or-miss lately. Inventory is higher than many Front Range neighborhoods, buyers tend to be more selective, and homes often require a little more patience than they did a few years ago.

Fortunately, Brook Road checked a lot of boxes. A beautiful Coal Creek Canyon setting, thoughtful updates throughout, and the kind of care and craftsmanship you'd expect from a general contractor owner. The home was truly turnkey.

The result: under contract in 44 days with no price reductions and now through inspections.

This one was a good reminder that buyers are still out there. They may take a little longer to show up, and they may be more particular than they were a few years ago, but when the property is well prepared and presented, good things can still happen.

Congratulations to my clients. Looking forward to getting this one across the finish line.

44 Days | No Price Reductions | Through Inspections

05/20/2026

Under Contract: 3740 Doral Drive | Longmont

Congratulations to my buyers, and thank you for staying in touch over the years.

This transaction ended up being a really good reminder of a lesson I first learned back in strategy class and have continued to see repeatedly in business negotiations since then: speed + flexibility matter.

Originally, we were under contract on a short sale down the street at a higher price point. We submitted a very competitive and clean offer, but after nearly six weeks of lender delays and continued requests for information, another opportunity came on nearby with similar specs, a better lot, lower price, and a much cleaner transaction with a traditional seller.

We pivoted quickly.

That flexibility allowed us to negotiate a lower purchase price, closing cost assistance, inspection resolution items, and help facilitate a quicker closing overall.

Whether you’re on the buy side or the sell side, thoughtful and timely decision-making matters. Not reckless action, but staying engaged, responsive, and open to changing information often creates the best outcomes.

05/16/2026

🏡 Listed | 1944 Thundercloud Drive | Windsor
+ 3 Bed | 2 Bath | 2-Car Garage
+ Offered at $519,000
+ $5,000 Credit (closing costs, rate buy-down, price red., etc.)

We’re heading into about our second weekend on the market with solid showing activity, but were still waiting on the right buyer.
RainDance continues to be one of the more distinctive, amenity-rich neighborhoods along the Front Range, with trails, parks, orchards, gathering spaces, golf, water features, and one of the better curated community experiences in the region.

This one is also personally interesting to me because I previously worked for Norris Design, who worked on the planning & design. I was not involved in this specific project, but congrats to Norris on some thoughtful planning, community design, and placemaking elements. Always good to see some of the built work come together.

If you’ve been curious about Windsor or looking for a newer ranch-style home in a community with a strong sense of place, this one is worth a look.

To learn more & take the Zillow 3D Tour
https://listings.rockinmedia.com/sites/1944-thundercloud-dr-windsor-co-80550-24294669/branded

Call or text 720-839-1673, or reach out if you have any questions or would like to schedule a showing

05/13/2026

There was a recent headline calling Denver the “weakest housing market in the nation.” In my experience, markets usually weaken operationally and psychologically long before the headlines catch up. Activity slows first, psychology shifts, and finally headlines arrive last.

To me, this market doesn’t feel weak or like a crash, but perhaps more like a “grinder” market. Higher rates, rising expenses, and affordability fatigue have simply worn a lot of people out. Whether you’re buying groceries, filling up your car with gas, or trying to transact in this market, it’s been difficult.

05/09/2026

**Just Listed | 1944 Thundercloud Dr. | Windsor, CO**
Listed @ $519,000 + a $5000 Seller Credit

+ 3 Bed / 2 Bath
+ 2 Car Attached Garage
+ 3,348 square feet
+ Primary En-suite
+ Unfinished Basement

Welcome to 1944 Thundercloud Drive in Raindance, one of Northern Colorado’s most sought-after communities, known for its resort-style amenities, miles of trails, and Raindance National Golf Course. This neighborhood offers a lifestyle that extends well beyond the home itself.

Built in 2022, this thoughtfully designed ranch-style home features an open, connected layout filled with natural light and clean, modern finishes, creating a turnkey opportunity for its next owner.

Here's the Zillow 3D Tour
https://www.zillow.com/view-imx/7fd69578-7932-40d3-a914-2e84157b5b8c?setAttribution=mls&wl=true&initialViewType=pano&utm_source=dashboard

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720.839.1673

05/04/2026

This is someone who’s been at the front of change for a while. Hearing him talk about AI after laying off 40% of his workforce, over 4,000 people, is interesting (& scary). He mentioned oscillating between fear, anxiety, and excitement about what’s next, which feels about right.

Most people are still treating AI as a bolt-on, but the bigger shift feels structural. Not just how we work, but how the work itself is organized. Give it a listen...
https://youtu.be/YTVSwOY19Qs?si=xOHN5PRz8K729PvE
and take a walk.

1.9K likes, 159 comments. "Jack Dorsey: Every Company Can Now Be a Mini-AGI"

04/29/2026

Came across a talk from Jack Dorsey at Block, Inc. that got me thinking.

His take.... AI is not just a bolt on to existing structures, not just a tool to make people more productive. It is more of a structural change.

Think flatter organizations, fast decision making (higher fidelity data), and a big shift in how information moves up and down the stack, and how fast it moves.

And this is not just theory. He is running a large public company and has already cut roughly half the workforce at Block, something like 4,000 roles.

What hit me personally is how I tend to think about things.

My background pushes me to go big picture first. Start with a program, what are we trying to do. Then look at existing conditions, (site analysis). Then step back and build a framework, (a master plan). Then break it into pieces and develop those. (projects and phasing).

Lately I have kind of been doing the opposite with AI. Just jumping into small tasks and outputs without that bigger lens.

This helped me take a step back and think more about the system, not just the tools. Enjoy...?

Jack Dorsey (Block CEO) and Roelof Botha (Sequoia partner and Block board member) join to discuss a bold claim they wrote about recently: the traditional cor...

04/22/2026

Interesting trends as the market shifts,

Accidental landlords are a growing demographic nationally, but apparently even more so here in Denver. I have been seeing more of it in our own office and day to day work as well.

More owners who could not sell and chose to rent instead, while at the same time some landlords are starting to change course. Between tenant issues, ongoing repairs, softening rents, and slower appreciation, or even slight depreciation, a number of owners are ready to take chips off the table.

I have seen it play out a couple ways recently, one owner who bought in the last 3 to 4 years took a loss against active income, and another sold, carried the note to make the deal work, locking in about 6% with $50k down and pushing capital gains down the road.

Different strategies, same underlying shift. A lot of this inventory is not visible yet, but it is building beneath the surface and will shape what comes next.

A new study finds more Denver homeowners are renting out properties after struggling to sell in a challenging housing market.

04/10/2026

**Coming Soon | 11826 Brook Road | Coal Creek Canyon**
Listed @ $475,000

* 2 Bedrooms / 1 Bathroom
* Nearly 1 Acre
* 9–10 miles from Highway 93
* Fully Updated

Clean. Updated. Done right.

This one stands out.

It’s pretty rare to find something in the canyon that’s been updated to this level. No quirky layouts, no dated finishes, no long project list waiting for you. Just a clean, well-executed renovation where the work behind the walls has been done, plumbing, electrical, insulation, siding, all handled.

Inside, it’s bright, efficient, and easy to live in.
Outside, nearly an acre of seclusion, stonework, and room to breathe.

No projects. Just move in and enjoy it.

Goes active tomorrow.
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