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MEET THE TEAM 

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John O’Donoghue (Partner) 
 

John has worked in the estate agency business for over 35 years having formed John Alan Estate Agents Ltd. with business partner Alan Thorpe some 21 years ago and has built up an excellent reputation as a “personal” agent who listens to the needs of his clients.  
He has invaluable experience of the local area and is not surprised at how Catford has grown as a thriving community with its superb variety of housing stock.  
Clear communication is John’s ethos between all parties so that there is no misunderstanding from the start of the transaction to the finish. 

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Alan Thorpe (Partner)

Alan is one of the founding partners of John Alan Estate Agents.  He has worked with John since the opening in March 1999 having had an advertising background prior to estate agency working for Ogilvy & Mather.  He has formed a unique business relationship with John and continues to do so albeit in a semi-retired capacity.  
The formula for success is based on the correct ingredients which complement each other to create a balanced service

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Dee Axford (Lettings Manager) 

Dee has been in the Estate Agency business since 1998 so has years of experience in all aspects of lettings. 
She is very conscientious, methodical in her work ethic and pays attention to detail.  
Her priority is to look after her landlords every step of the way.


Dee has lived in the Catford area for many years, so is very knowledgeable of all the surrounding roads and varying types of properties.


She is proud to say that lettings and management are a big part of the company and aims to continue to expand.

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Lindsay Prosser (Secretary)

Lindsay has worked for John Alan for 5 years after working for one of the top Central London commercial agents in the West End for nearly 20 years.  Her vast property knowledge and familiarity with the area has enabled her to learn about the residential sector in Catford.

Lindsay is a valuable team member dealing with the day to day administration duties both in sales and lettings.