Finding Perfect Property - Diary of a Buying Agent

In this episode, host Camilla Dell is joined by Michael Lewis, Partner from EY, to unpack why US buyers are increasingly drawn to the UK property market. We explore what’s fuelling the surge in demand, the tax and structuring considerations overseas buyers need to get right, and thekey opportunities emerging at the top end of the market. If you’re curious about international buyer trends — or want...

In the latest episode of Finding Perfect Property, Camilla Dell is joined by Stephen Moroukian, Product & Proposition Director at Barclays Private Bank and Wealth Management. In his role, he is responsible for the delivery of mortgage finance across the Barclays Private Banking platform. They discuss Stephens's journey in private banking, mortgage products and solutions, and his insights i...

In this episode of Finding Perfect Property, I’m joined byIslay Robinson, CEO and co-founder of Enness Global, one of the world’s leading mortgage brokers for high-net-worth individuals. With clients ranging from international buyers to ultra-wealthy investors, Islay has helped secure someof the largest and most complex property finance deals in London and beyond. We discuss how he built Enness Gl...

Join me, Camilla Dell, as I sit down with Anthony Payne, Managing Director and Founder of LonRes, the game-changing tool for estate and buying agents. We discuss his journey from the North London property scene to founding one of the most influential platforms in UK real estate, the evolution of prop tech, the challenges of running a business, and his predictions for London’s property market in th...

In this episode of Finding Perfect Property, the Black Brick team analyses what leading agents are forecasting for the prime central London property market in 2025 and shares their own expert views. Whether you’re a UK-based buyer or an international investor, looking for a primary residence, second home or an investment property, this episode offers invaluable advice tailored to your needs. Join...

Camilla is joined by mortgage broker extraordinaire Sarah Kelly and renowned life insurance advisor Rob May from SPF Private Office. As experts in serving high-net-worth clients, Sarah and Rob share invaluable tips on navigating the complexities of inheritance tax planning (which can reach up to 40% in the UK). Discover how Sarah's mortgage brokerage services can unlock access to exclusive lenders...

In this episode of Finding Perfect Property, we dive into the thriving Marbella property market with expert guest Jack Ballantine, Director and Co-Founder of Nueva Vida, one of Spain's leading buying agencies. Join us as we explore the key factors driving Marbella’s booming real estate sector, as well as discussing the exciting new partnership between Black Brick and Nueva Vida. Make sure to t...

Welcome back to Finding Perfect Property – Diary of a Buying Agent! Anna and Rupert joined Black Brick in March 2024 as Regional Directors assisting clients to buy homes and investments across Cornwall, Devon, Dorset and Somerset. Between them, they have 45 years’ experience in assisting clients to find and acquire the very best property in the West Country. This episode takes a deep dive into how...

Welcome back to Finding Perfect Property – Diary of a Buying Agent! Established over 19 years ago, Katharine Pooley is one of the most respected, creative and original British luxury interior designers working worldwide today. Named as “British Interior Designer of the Decade,” “International Designer of the Year, Asia” and “Entrepreneur of the Year,” Katharine’s London-based luxury interior desig...

Welcome back to Finding Perfect Property – Diary of a Buying Agent!   Join us as we delve into the remarkable journey of Randle Siddeley, The Lord Kenilworth, a visionary landscape architect and founder of a renowned design business bearing his name. With a career spanning over four decades, Randle Siddeley has left an indelible mark on the world of landscape architecture, crafting breathtaking ga...

Welcome back to Finding Perfect Property – Diary of a Buying Agent!   Join us for an insightful conversation with Melissa Lesson, barrister and Partner at Mishcon de Reya as we delve into the intricate world of divorce and property division. In this episode, Melissa shares her journey in becoming a matrimonial lawyer and discusses common misconceptions about divorce and matrimonial law. We explore...

Welcome back to Finding Perfect Property – Diary of a Buying Agent!   Happy new Year! We are delighted to be in our 2nd year of hosting Finding Perfect Property and what better way to start the new year than with a topic which everyone loves to hate – tax. Camilla chats to Nimesh Shah, CEO of Blick Rothenburg, a leading tax, accounting, and business advisory firm, and “stamp duty guru” Sean Randal...

Welcome back to Finding Perfect Property – Diary of a Buying Agent!   In our 14th episode, host Camilla Dell chats to Charlie Taylor, Chief Operating Officer at Knight Protection, specialists in protecting Private Clients in their homes, their place of work and while travelling. They are recognised as being among the top 5% of security firms in the UK and operate at the very highest level — from t...

In our thirteenth episode, host Camilla Dell chats to interior designer Manuela Hamilford founder of Hamilford Design. Founded in 2000, Hamilford Design is a luxury interior design studio based in Notting Hill. Manuela and her team cover all aspects of interior design, with projects spanning from listed residences in London, to townhouses in New York and retreats in the Hamptons, to prestigious co...

In our twelfth episode, host Camilla Dell chats to art aficionado, curator and Director at Gagosian, Georgina Cohen. Georgina advises clients globally and has helped private clients to collect some of the world's most desirable art. With a career that spans two decades of not only consultancy but also curation, Georgina has played a pivotal role in championing artists like Mary McCartney, Anni...

In our eleventh episode, host Camilla Dell chats to Peter Bird, co-founder of Bird Charles Chartered Surveyors and Valuers about the importance of getting a survey before buying a property.

Welcome back to Finding Perfect Property – Diary of a Buying Agent! In our tenth episode, hosts Camilla Dell and Caspar Harvard-Walls speak to Sarah Conway, partner and Head of Real Estate at private client law firm Maurice Turnor Gardner (MTG) and Edward Burton, partner within the real estate team at MTG. Sarah and Edward established the real estate practice within MTG 10 years ago. Prior to join...

Welcome back to Finding Perfect Property – Diary of a Buying Agent! In our ninth episode, host Camilla Dell is speaking to super prime luxury property developer, Jon O’Brien Founder of Domvs London . Jon established Domvs in 2002 and has created some of the most prestigious Ultra-Prime homes in the world. From LA to London, Domvs London crafts bespoke turnkey residences for some of the world’s mos...

Welcome back to Finding Perfect Property – Diary of a Buying Agent! In our eighth episode, host Camilla Dell will be speaking to Nicolas Rollason, Partner and Head of the Immigration Department at Kingsley Napley . Nick has over 25 years’ experience advising on all areas of UK immigration and nationality law, and has particular expertise in providing strategic advice to businesses on their global...

Welcome back to Finding Perfect Property – Diary of a Buying Agent! In our seventh episode, host Camilla Dell will be speaking to Ben Handley, Tax Partner of BDO , one of the world’s largest accounting and consultancy firms. Ben has over 20 years’ experience helping clients navigate the tax implications of purchasing UK property. Taking tax advice before purchasing a residential property in the UK...

In our sixth episode, host Camilla Dell will be speaking to Sandy Mitchell, Founding Director of Red Book Agency . Red Book is the go-to agency for clients embarking on a new property project. Whether you need interior designers, architects, builders, technical advice—or a full project team—they give you immediate access to the proven best and carefully align you with the ideal talent.  Sandy...

With the pound at historic lows, are we about to see a deluge of US buyers coming to the UK? Is the relationship still as special as it once was or do they think we’ve all gone mad post Brexit? In this episode (recorded pre budget and pre Liz Truss) host Camilla Dell chats to Robert Paul, Partner at London & Capital. Robert is Head of the US Family office where he manages a team of 31 professi...

In our fourth episode, host Camilla Dell will be speaking to Richard Northey, Managing Director of The Education Consultancy , one of the UK’s leading education consultancy companies. With over 15 years’ experience, Richard has worked with parents and children from embryo to 18, seeking the best education opportunities on our shores – but how does this relate to our property market? Does it really...

Welcome back to Finding Perfect Property – Diary of a Buying Agent! In our third episode, host Camilla Dell speaks to Simon Harvey, Head of FX Analysis at  Monex Europe  and Daniel Jack, one of  Monex Europe ’s finest traders. Many overseas buyers of UK property aren’t just looking at the property market. Currency plays a huge role in investment decisions. With sterling set for cont...

Welcome back to Finding Perfect Property – Diary of a Buying Agent! In our second episode, host Camilla Dell will be speaking to property journalist extraordinaire, and ‘legend of The Times’, Anne Ashworth. Having graced our screens, print publications and radio for over 30 years, Anne’s experience in the London property sector is second to none, expertly delving into all things prime property and...