20 Questions

Adrian is a driven, determined, target-oriented property professional with residential experience gained over 34 years in London, the Thames Valley and overseas, in countries including China, Hong Kong, Singapore and Taiwan. Adrian joined LRG in July 2018, bringing with him extensive knowledge of the London and South East new homes market. He now runs the company’s shared ownership division, which works to provide a full sales and marketing service on behalf of many wellappointed housing associations across the UK. As a natural, personable leader, Adrian is passionate about growing his shared ownership team at Leaders Romans Group, who will in turn nurture the first time buyers in today’s market, finding them the most suitable route to a home. Besides his busy career, Adrian is a keen walker and enjoys staying active by looking after his brood of animals, which includes donkeys, goats, chickens, ducks, dogs and (just the one!) cat

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What room at home is your favourite?

The kitchen is my favourite room, it is the heart of the house and the AGA emits a warmth that radiators cannot match!

What’s your favourite gadget or technology at home?

My coffee machine – I love coffee, and the machine delivers from bean to beaker.

What colour do you think everyone should have in their home?

Everyone should have some red in their home – it is a colour that brings a vibrancy to a room.

Which three people would you invite over for a housewarming

party if you could have any guests? Whoopi Goldberg – a funny lady to bring her enigmatic personality; Freddie Mercury – to sing Bohemian Rhapsody; and my mum – as she always loved my passion for houses.

What’s your favourite memory from your childhood home?

We lived in a period cottage when I was growing up. One of my favourite memories is sitting with the family in front of an open fire.

What is your favourite song and why?

Bohemian Rhapsody – a fantastic song that brings back lots of memories from that time.

Would you rather have a garden or a balcony?

At the moment I would rather have a garden as it suits my current lifestyle. However, later on in life I suspect my answer would be a balcony so you can lock up and leave!!

Do you prefer modern homes or period properties?

I do prefer period homes with lots of features; however, modern homes are more convenient and easier to maintain.

Would you rather have a library room or media room at home?

Definitely a media room for me! I love technology and having information that is easily accessible.

Would you prefer to have a luxurious bathtub or a sumptuous shower?

I would prefer a sumptuous shower, even though a luxurious bathtub is appealing, I doubt I would find the time to luxuriate in it.

Would you rather live in the bustling city or in the country?

The country every time. The city has many advantages, with everything on your doorstep; however, there is no substitute for waking up to peace and the sounds of the countryside.

If you were buying a property overseas, in what country would you buy a home?

Spain would be my country of choice as I like the culture, the food and the climate.

Would you rather have a bigger property or a better location?

Location, Location, Location. I would always buy a property in the right location as you can always make a home work for you, but where it is, cannot be changed.

What is one thing you couldn’t live without at home?

My sound system, it makes ironing and cleaning more pleasurable.

What’s your favourite way to unwind at home after work?

Walking my dogs is a great way to let the stresses of the day ebb away. Dogs are great listeners to what you are not saying.

What’s your favourite thing about your home?

I love the cosy character of my home; the beams, open fires and the wobbly walls.

Where did you buy your first home?

I purchased my first property in Buckingham with my cousin, as this was the only way I could afford to buy.

What advice would you give a first time buyer?

Start saving for a deposit as early as possible and set a goal for what you want to achieve and stick to it. Do lots of research on the area you want to live in, set up alerts on web portals so you are constantly updated on what comes on to the market.

What are your views on shared ownership?

In my opinion, shared ownership is a fantastic way of buying a property, it makes purchasing more accessible for buyers with low incomes and deposits.

What are your views on the property market?

The property market always goes through cycles and there is never a good or a bad time to buy a property if it is going to be your home. The market currently is very strong and driven by a shortage of property and favourable mortgage interest rates.