MEET OUR OWNERS
Dr Alwyn Ross
Alwyn graduated with a Ph.D. in Geophysics from Durham University in 1996 and spent 25 years working in the Oil and Gas Industry, attaining a senior-level management position Having always had a natural interest in property Alwyn started investing in buy-to-let properties in 2012 as a means to accelerate professional retirement Our portfolio has grown steadily and currently consists of 7 BTLS and 1-holiday let in 2021, having left the oil industry, the decision was taken to adopt a more professional approach to property investing with the formation of Alamo Properties Ltd. With the time now available, Alwyn has undertaken research into new investment areas using tried and tested sourcing strategies, invested in industry-recognised property training programs, and developed key networks to understand how the best property investors grow their portfolios profitably. In addition, Alwyn has successfully researched and then invested in new areas developing professional relationships with estate and letting agents, refurbishment contractors, sourcing agents, mortgage brokers, and conveyancing professionals to grow a successful investment business .
ALAMO Properties Ltd
ALAMO Properties was formed in 2021 to focus solely on property investment and to complement the directors existing personal property portfolio.
Our goals are
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Deliver attractive returns on property investments
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Expand the buy-to-let portfolio with 3-4 bedroom properties targeting long-term family lets delivering passive income
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Undertake research to develop new investment areas
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Invest in properties with a minimum yield of 7%
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Target properties with min EPC rating D
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Exclude apartments with high service charges
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Expand investment focus to include large sleeps 16+ multigenerational holiday lets
Maureen Ross
Maureen has been a practicing solicitor for over 25 years focusing mainly on the area of conveyancing, providing invaluable advice when considering and selecting investment properties In addition, Maureen also provides additional legal assurance and support during the conveyancing process to ensure that each property is of good title and marketable for use in the lettings market, this includes checks on EPC rating, gas and electrical safety certificates Maureen also undertakes an overview of the area in which the proposed acquisition is located to ensure the property will be attractive for tenants, eg, within good or outstanding school catchment areas, good and easily accessible public transport links, shops and entertained facilites