Inside Alpus Group: Connecting Property Investors with Redevelopment Projects That Serve Communities

In the evolving world of property investment, some companies focus solely on financial returns while others look at how real estate can also serve broader community needs. Alpus Group operates at the intersection of both goals. The company works with investors and property owners to identify land or buildings that can be redeveloped into viable real estate projects, including residential, commercial, and mixed-use developments. According to founder Alan Edwards, the approach is grounded in finding opportunities where thoughtful redevelopment can unlock both financial value and social benefit.

Edwards explains that Alpus Group supports investors throughout the development process. The company assists with sourcing properties, advising on investment strategies, and managing construction projects from concept through completion. In many cases, he says investors or property owners approach the firm with buildings that have become difficult to manage or are no longer generating income.

“Many properties reach a stage where they are empty or underused, and the owner simply wants a practical solution,” Edwards says. “Our role is to look at those sites and work out how they can be transformed into something productive again.”

The company’s leadership reflects a combination of complementary expertise. Edwards brings a background in construction and project management, an experience he says helps guide complex redevelopment projects. Over the years, he has worked with architects, contractors, and consultants to coordinate the many moving parts involved in property development. He explains that no two projects unfold in exactly the same way. “Every site presents a different challenge,” Edwards says. “The key is being able to adapt what you know and apply the right combination of skills to the specific project you are working on.”

Business partner Ana Lipcheva contributes a different but equally important perspective. With a background in finance and experience managing serviced accommodation projects, she focuses on the operational and financial aspects of development. Lipcheva notes that combining these skill sets allows the company to approach projects from multiple angles. “Property development is not only about construction,” she says. “It also requires careful financial planning and operational management to ensure the project works over the long term.”

One initiative that reflects this integrated approach is the company’s work in specialized supported housing. Edwards frames the model as a way of converting unused or outdated buildings into accommodation designed for people with disabilities or vulnerable individuals who require stable long-term housing.

“We are currently in the process of acquiring a former nursing home in Cornwall, and our plan is to convert that building into 13 one-bedroom apartments that can provide long-term accommodation,” Edwards says.

The financial structure of the model also reflects careful planning. The registered care provider leases the entire building for a long-term period, which Lipcheva says can range from 15 to 25 years. “Rent payments are supported through government-backed housing allowances and are passed through the care provider to the property owner,” Lipcheva says. From her perspective, this structure provides stability for residents while creating a predictable rental framework for investors. “It allows the project to support vulnerable residents while also potentially providing a reliable income stream tied to long-term housing demand,” she says.

Lipcheva notes that the model can also provide benefits to property owners who no longer wish to manage older buildings. Rather than leaving a property empty or struggling with maintenance and operational challenges, redevelopment can convert it into housing that meets a clear community need. “When an unused building is repurposed in this way, it becomes valuable again for the local area,” she explains.

Looking ahead, Edwards says the company’s goal is to replicate this approach across multiple sites in the United Kingdom. The current plan involves acquiring approximately 36 properties that could collectively deliver hundreds of supported housing units. While the focus remains on establishing the model across the UK, Edwards believes the concept could eventually extend to other regions.

“We want to demonstrate the model clearly and show how it works at scale,” Edwards says. “Once that foundation is in place, there is potential to explore similar opportunities in other countries where communities are also looking for sustainable housing solutions.”

Over time, Edwards notes that assembling a large portfolio of stable housing assets could attract interest from institutional investors such as pension funds or trusts seeking long-term income-producing properties. Edwards says, “Our focus right now is identifying buildings that can be transformed into meaningful housing solutions while delivering lasting value for both investors and the communities they serve.”