Camilla Dell, Founder and Managing Partner of Black Brick, joined financial journalist Merryn Somerset Webb and Money Distilled author John Stepek on Bloomberg’s Merryn Talks Money UK housing mini-series podcast to discuss one of the biggest financial decisions most people will ever make: buying a home.

In this wide-ranging conversation, Camilla explains why professional representation has become increasingly important in today’s property market, drawing comparisons between purchasing a home without a buying agent and navigating a complex legal case without expert advice. Camilla told Merryn, “Going into the property market without a buying agent is a bit like going to court without a lawyer. You’d never dream of representing yourself and yet when it comes to buying property, which is often one of the most significant and largest financial investments that somebody will do in their entire lifetimes, people tend to do that without proper representation.” 

Camilla shares practical insight into the role of a buying agent, from sourcing off-market opportunities and negotiating the best possible price to identifying hidden issues that could prove costly after completion.

The discussion also explores the complexity of the UK property market, why buyers can easily overpay without access to the right market intelligence, and how expert guidance helps reduce risk when making a significant financial commitment.

Listen to the full Bloomberg podcast to hear Camilla’s practical advice for buyers looking to make smarter property decisions and avoid expensive mistakes.