Darren Somaiya (MARLA) - Director
Email: darren@portlandestateagents.co.uk
Clients are always our focus. I’ve been in estate agency for many years, the last 10 in this area. Ambition drove me to start Portland Estate Agents, and it also drives me to always want to get things right for our clients. I believe in being open and honest, and I pay a lot of attention to details in order to give each client a personal service. I still get excited over a deal, and that will never change. I enjoy going on holidays exploring new places and meeting new people, as well as spending time with family and friends.
Andrew Cumming (MARLA) - Lettings Manager
Email: andrew@portlandestateagents.co.uk
I started in lettings over 20 years ago. I’d always had an interest in property, sparked by my family’s visits to country houses and my friends’ passion for renovating medieval churches. After sending letters to every estate and letting agent in the area, a letting agent offered me a position as Junior Negotiator and I’ve worked my way up through corporate and independent agencies to Lettings Manager. My patience, diplomacy, and tenacity sit well in a lettings environment. I enjoy a game of golf when I can, but my new baby girl is where I devote my free time.
Christine Brown - Lettings Consultant
Email: christine@portlandestateagents.co.uk
Every day is not the same; offering you the best service is my goal. I have worked in the property industry for the last 5 years, starting as a property auctions administrator then later transitioned into the role of property negotiator. I enjoy the daily challenge of matching clients with the right applicants and have a goal to go above and beyond for my clients. There is no better feeling than knowing that you have assisted with someone finding their dream home or perfect tenant. I strongly believe that honesty is the best policy. I try to be as transparent as possible, to ensure that the letting process is as smooth as possible for both landlord and tenant.
I try to travel as often as I can as I love immersing myself in different cultures and trying different cuisines; I am an avid foodie and love cooking and trying new recipes.
Ellie McEvoy - Lettings Consultant
Email: ellie@portlandestateagents.co.uk
After working in Lettings for two years, finding tenants the perfect property never gets old. I have always been enthusiastic about property - Coming from a family of Landlord’s, I truly fell in love with the industry at a young age and was able to both see it and understand it from every angle.
Learning new things and helping others comes naturally to me, so the job is a perfect fit. I am originally from Bedford, but the opportunities in London within the property industry drove me to move and pursue my career. Leaving friends and family was difficult, but my passion for the job made it easy. I spend most of my free time at the gym and socialising, life is all about balance!
Marlon Jagdeo - Sales Consultant
Email: marlon@portlandestateagents.co.uk
I have always had the drive and passion to become an estate agent and help people to find their dream home. Whether you are purchasing your first home, deciding to sell your property or looking for an investment I am here to assist. Building relationships with my clients is very important to me and I take pride in my role!
Outside of work, I love football, music and occasionally feature in podcasts with friends.
Dani Davey - Office/Property Manager
Email: pm@portlandestateagents.co.uk
I am a natural problem-solver and love helping people. I have worked in property for the past 7 years in various different roles, but property management has always been my calling. As a property manager I am constantly learning and having to adapt to ever increasing changes in legislation. It's a busy and pressured role but it keeps me on my toes and I can guarantee I will never be bored! Part of my role involves working in the background to keep things moving along smoothly for the office as a whole and I am a sort of 'central hub' for Portland Estate Agents, collating and organising information to help keep things ticking over efficiently and accurately. In my free time I'm an avid reader and cat-lover, and I also enjoy learning to cook new things and keeping my fitness in check at the gym.