Master agent status on prime residential developments will be key factor

Property investment specialist Elite Realty Invest says it is targeting double-digit growth in 2026, following a doubling of headcount, the opening of its first international office in Turkey and establishing itself as a master agency on prime residential developments, offering a pipeline of exclusive UK-wide investment opportunities. 

It says it has worked hard to build key developer relationships, which allow access to a substantial pipeline of residential schemes across the UK. These includes a 125-unit development in Leeds’ South Bank, a 365-unit scheme in Liverpool and a 37-unit London commuter development positioned next to the Lower Thames Crossing in Thames Grove.

Darren Gallagher, CEO of Elite Realty Invest, said: “Over the last year, we’ve really evolved as a business. Acting as master agent has allowed us to take greater ownership of our developments and, importantly, how they’re positioned and delivered to investors.

“Our growth has been driven by a clear focus on delivery – doing what we say we’re going to do – alongside building a strong global partner network, investing in the right people and remaining as an independent agency. Expanding internationally has been a natural next step as we continue to scale.” 

Promotions and new marketing function

In its Liverpool office, staffing has increased from eight to 15 over the period and from five to eight in its Manchester office. The new Turkey office boasts a five-strong team.

The company has also appointed a head of marketing. Emily Nolan is tasked with building and scaling an in-house marketing function for Elite.

She said she was attracted by the company’s expansion ambitions. “There’s a clear vision to build a globally recognised brand within the property investment space, backed by a highly driven team and strong foundations.”

As well as new recruits, four consultants have been promoted to senior consultant and investment manager roles over the past year. Further international launches and the expansion of its Turkey office are also planned.