Individual in style,
yet seamless together…
Our Story
Run by local estate agents Jonjo Hammond and Alison Smith, we have a combined experience of over 30 years in the property industry.
Having worked together since 2010, starting at a large corporate in Epping, we formed a strong bond from start sharing a love of property and interiors. Quickly identified as the new “Kirsty and Phil” of the town, we are individual in style, yet seamless together – Jonjo, calm with a cool head, and Alison with strong energy and passion!
Strongly believing people deserve better from an outdated industry full of pushy salespeople, in 2021, Hammond and Smith was born. Starting small (literally from a summerhouse in Alison’s Garden) but dreaming big, Alison and Jonjo have created a ‘family’ ethos for Hammond & Smith, full of warmth, compassion, and individual style.
Why choose us?
Determined to make the estate agency experience a better one, our approach is three-fold:
Authentic
You and your home are unique and should be treated that way. We don’t treat our clients as a number or make false promises! It’s our mission to treat every client as unique – each with their own story, budget and wish list.
Community Focused
Passionate about giving back locally and doing our bit, we are proudly community focused – after all, it’s where we raise our own kids! From understanding how important the little things are (from the best places to walk the dog, to great parks to take the kids) to giving a % of every fee we make to planting new trees and supporting local groups and businesses, community is everything to us!
Local People
Rooted in our local community, we know the area inside out. With in-depth local property knowledge, we also give plenty of extras along the way – from the best pubs for a pint to the latest restaurant hotspots. Proud to call this area our home, we want to continue to make Epping, Harlow and the surrounding area a great place to raise our own families.
‘Alison and Jonjo have proven themselves time and time again. Super professional and trustworthy. They made one of the most stressful times of my life as smooth as possible. Not all heroes wear capes!!!’
Our Family
Alison Smith
Director & Co-Founder
Full of vibrancy and vision, Alison is a complete trailblazer in the real estate industry. Initially starting her career part-time in 2010 whilst raising her two children, it was clear from the start that Alison had unparalleled skill and passion, offering something fresh and exciting to the industry. Having previously worked for a large corporate bank, her customer service skills were polished – a quality she strives in every member of Hammond & Smith. She loves nothing more than helping someone find their dream home and is fully invested and passionate throughout someone’s property journey. Always a leader in the game, Alison continues to redefine the property industry, bringing something unique to help shape the future of real estate.
An east London girl at heart, outside of work you’ll often see Alison in her hometown of Epping with her husband Mark, dog Teddy and two children who she adores. A former proud member of her kid’s school PTA at Ivy Chimneys, the local community is a big passion of Alisons – along with spending time with friends and always having fun!
Jonjo Hammond
Director & Co-Founder
A much-loved, dependable and skilled real estate agent, Jonjo’s extensive career in the property market spans over 20 years. Starting at well-known corporates he quickly became established as one of the top listing and selling agents – with a passion for property that was always going to drive him to new heights. Well known for establishing long-term relationships built on trust, his calm and reassuring approach is a quality much valued. Jonjo’s knowledge, drive and leadership has helped build a strong foundation for Hammond & Smith – which he continues to build on to create something that ‘feels like home’ for years to come.
A Walthamstow and Epping boy, Jonjo has travelled the world living in both Australia and Thailand, where he worked as a diving instructor. These days his spare time is spent with his wife Carly, their two children and dog Ralph. Full on dad mode he’s always sideline on the football or cricket pitch, or unwinding with a game of padel, round of golf, or out with the dog.
Joe Leeves
Lettings Manager
Joe Leeves started his property career in Epping and quickly progressed as a well-liked and leading local estate agent. Whilst starting his career in sales, Joe quickly showed a natural gift for lettings. He is a trusted and dependable member of the Hammond & Smith family for both sales and lettings.
“I am often told I have a wise head on young shoulders and I really enjoy interacting with people. It’s my goal to get the best results for my clients, whether for a short-term fix or long-term home”.
Jack Spittlehouse
Sales Manager
Jack started his estate agency career in Epping for a local corporate agent and over time has built up some great relationships with the local Epping community and surrounding towns and villages. Having joined Hammond & Smith in 2023, he’s quickly become an integral and much-loved part of our family.
“Hi! I’m Jack, I live in Bishops Stortford and have 3 loves – Arsenal, British Bulldogs and Houses. Since the day I started my estate agency career I’ve never liked being called an estate agent and still try to act differently, dress differently and most importantly with care and respect for everyone I meet. I love helping people move here, it’s a great place to be!”
Daniel Brett
Property Advisor & Valuer
With extensive experience in the Essex and Hertfordshire property market, Daniel is a well-known and much-loved real estate agent, known for his huge enthusiasm and genuine care. He loves matching people to their dream home – always giving honest advice to achieve the best outcome. A true team player, and always with a smile, Dan is an integral part of our Hammond & Smith family.
“Hi, I’m Daniel. What I love most about estate agency is solving problems and bringing the right people and the right homes together. Every property has its perfect buyer, it’s about understanding what makes a home special, creating the right strategy, and finding the person who’ll appreciate it just as much as the seller once did. Outside of work, you’ll often find me tucked into a good book, with my partner Chelsea and our dog, Thomas. I enjoy switching off with a great story, exploring the local countryside and making the most of time with the people closest to me.”
Carly Hammond
Head of Marketing
A former museum curator with a love for interiors and the arts, Carly brings a fresh perspective to our marketing and community engagement.
“I worked locally in museums for over 14 years – a role all about telling stories of people and places. So it’s great bringing this across to H&S, whether through the write ups of people’s homes or working with community groups. One of my first jobs was actually behind the bar at The George and Dragon in Epping, so it’s a town I love and also the place where I met my husband – Jonjo! We now live in Church Langley, Harlow raising our two children, with our eldest attending the local primary school.”
Carly Minnis
Sales Progressor
Always a welcoming voice at the end of the phone, our Carly ensures all our clients receive the best care and support from the moment an offer is agreed through until sale completion.
“I’m Carly, and I’ve lived in and around Epping for over 30 years, I love the strong sense of community here. I have 3 children and it’s the perfect place for them to grow up! The area offers plenty to do whilst having the benefit of being close to the beautiful forest and countryside, I love being part of the H&S family and in my role as Sales Progressor being on hand to help people through the sales process”.
Sarah Strouts
Property Advisor
Originally from Yorkshire, Sarah moved down South to London and lived locally in Buckhurst Hill before moving to Epping in 2009.
“After living in London for 10 years, my husband and I wanted to find the perfect place to raise a family which is why we chose Epping. With London a short tube ride away, the forest and fantastic high street on our doorstep what more could we want. I don’t consider working here as a job, I’m doing what I love…helping people find their perfect home in an area which is often voted one of the best places for commuters and families to live. I am a very social and caring person, who takes pride in what I do and feel lucky to be part of the H&S family.”
Ella Marden
Trainee Property Advisor
Originally starting her estate agency career with us as our Saturday girl, Ella quickly moved up the ranks to a full-time trainee property advisor. With her tenacity and calming approach Ella is a much-loved member of our H&S family, with a strong career ahead of her.
Teddy Little Legs
Office Dog
“Hi, I’m Teddy Little Legs. I am a rescue dog and very much part of the Hammond & Smith team. I like to take long walks in Epping and the surrounding areas. Some of my favourite walks are Bell Common, Wintry Wood and Stonards Hill Park, to name a few.
If your dogs need any recommendations on the best walks, eating out, lamp posts, or places to sniff in Epping Forest, please give me a call…I’d be happy to help!”