The Team

Richard Jones

Richard has lived in the Derbyshire area all his life, he has invested in Property in the area for nearly 30 years, building up a large Portfolio of Residential Buy-to Let Properties, before founding IPS Estates, who now manage his Portfolio.

During this time Richard has gained hands on experience in all trades relating to property sourcing, developing and renovation projects. His knowledge of all aspects of the buy to let market is vast and regularly mentors other landlords.

Richard is well known as a “Buy to let expert” in property circles and has spoken at many property events up and down the country on the subject, he has also written articles for Property magazines such as “Property Investor news” and “Your Property Network Magazine” to name but a few.

Richard has also been a member of the National Landlords Association for many years, and is an accredited Landlord within the organisation, following recent legislation changes, Richard knows exactly what the needs of a buy to let landlord of the future look like.

Contact: richard@ipsestates.com

Adam Lawrence

Adam is an Oxford graduate and top-of-class Warwick MBA, he has been a full-time property and business professional for over fifteen years, with experience in delivering significant results.

He joined the business in October 2017 to help expand it through a new phase. He like Richard also has a significant property portfolio around the Midlands area, so understands the needs of a landlord investor. Adam is ARLA qualified and holds RentSmart wales accreditation also.

A “prolific dealmaker”, Adam enjoys property and business, and is known in property circles as a “Deal Doctor” so is well placed to help IPS clients with their investment deals.

Contact: adam@ipsestates.com

Cheryl Lee

Cheryl has fifteen years accounts experience within practice and industry and has qualifications in Sage accounts and payroll. Her role within IPS Estates is Bookkeeper but she also processes landlord rental payments as required. Both Janet and Cheryl work very well together to ensure the smooth running of the accounts side of IPS Estates, so they can both advise the directors/staff on financial matters of the business. We feel very lucky to have them both!

Contact: bookkeeping@ipsestates.com 

Lorna Howes

With over 14 years of hands-on experience in the lettings industry, our Office Manager brings a wealth of knowledge and a calm, solutions-focused approach to every aspect of property management. Known for her exceptional communication skills, she acts as the vital link between tenants and landlords—building strong, respectful relationships that stand the test of time.
 
Her deep understanding of the lettings process, from compliance and contracts to maintenance and mediation, ensures that every client receives expert guidance and support. Whether resolving a complex issue or simply offering a friendly ear, she’s the go-to person for making things run smoothly.
 
If you're looking for someone who combines professionalism with genuine care, you've found her.

Samantha Flint

Samantha, a dedicated IPS Estates accompanied viewer and lettings inspector, joined the team with no prior experience. However, her journey at IPS Estates has been marked by rapid skill development, showcasing a methodical eye for detail. Samantha's proactive attitude and eagerness to assist make her an invaluable member of the team.