Hodge Appoints John Carter as Head of Real Estate Finance
28 May, 2025
Cardif’s Hodge has announced the appointment of John Carter as its new Head of Real Estate Finance, effective from 1 May 2025.
Carter, formerly Commercial Director at Aldermore Bank, brings decades of experience in leading high-performing teams and delivering bespoke property development and investment finance solutions. His appointment marks a significant step in Hodge’s strategy to reinforce its standing as a lender of choice for regional property developers and professional investors across the UK.
The announcement aligns with the launch of a revitalised brand for Hodge’s Real Estate Finance division, signalling a renewed strategic focus for the business.
David Landen, CEO of Hodge, welcomed the appointment, stating:
“We’re thrilled to welcome John to the team at such a pivotal time. His appointment underlines our commitment to delivering on our promise of providing fast, flexible real estate finance solutions to support customers with their property development and investment ambitions. John’s experience and vision align perfectly with Hodge’s ethos as a relationship-driven lender.”
Commenting on his new role, John Carter said:
“I’m excited to be joining Hodge at such a transformational time. Hodge has a strong reputation for being responsive, adaptable and genuinely relationship-focused—qualities that are more important than ever in today’s market. I look forward to working with the team to build on that legacy, expand our reach, and deliver even more tailored solutions to developers and investors across the UK. Relationships are at the heart of everything we do and the foundations we build on as a trusted partner.”