Your child is moving to London for university. Renting might be the most expensive decision you make.
Renting a private flat in central London in 2026 costs north of £2,500 per month. Over a three year degree, that’s £90,000 and at the end of it, you own nothing. It is a calculation that more and more international families are doing quietly, often before their child has even accepted a place. And increasingly, […]
Why the government’s homebuying reforms matter for sellers, buyers and investors
The average UK home purchase still takes around 120 days from offer to completion. One in five sales falls through before reaching that point, at a cost to sellers of roughly £400 million a year nationally, and an estimated £1.5 billion in lost economic activity. For a system that underpins one of the largest financial […]
Chelsea Barracks: why this corner of Belgravia continues to set the benchmark
Few addresses in London carry the weight of history and design ambition quite like Chelsea Barracks. Once the historic home of the Grenadier Guards, this 12.8 acre site in the heart of Belgravia has been transformed into one of the capital’s most considered residential developments, and for buyers seeking a genuinely prime SW1 address, it […]
Hertford Locks: Berkeley’s New Riverside Development Launches This Week
Launching Friday 13 June 2026 — Prices From £294,000 One of the most anticipated new homes launches in Hertfordshire arrives this week. Hertford Locks, a new waterside development by Berkeley, officially launches on Friday 13 June 2026 — and with prices starting from £294,000, it represents a genuinely compelling proposition for first-time buyers, upsizers, and […]
The Renters’ Rights Act: What Landlords Need to Know
The UK rental market has entered a new chapter. The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 represents one of the biggest reforms to the private rented sector in a generation, and understandably many landlords are asking what this means for their properties, their tenants and their investment strategy. While the headlines have often focused on the challenges, […]
Why Education Continues to Drive Overseas Property Investment in the UK
The UK has long been recognised as one of the world’s leading education destinations, attracting families from across the globe seeking access to its prestigious schools and universities. For many international buyers, education is not just a priority, it is the primary driver behind their decision to invest in UK property. Education and Property: A […]
Arch & Bloom, Guildford – A Landmark New Launch by Berkeley Group
Blackmore Global is pleased to introduce Arch & Bloom, a major new residential development by Berkeley Group, bringing a collection of studio, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments to the heart of Guildford. Set just moments from Guildford’s historic High Street, this landmark scheme represents one of the most exciting new launches in the South […]
Berkeley Group to launch new development in Bath, UK
At Blackmore Global, we bring our clients the UK’s most compelling residential launches, and One Waterside in Bath stands out as one of the most exciting opportunities we expect to see from Berkeley Group in 2026. Launching at the end of January 2026, One Waterside is a thoughtfully designed riverside regeneration combining heritage, design quality […]
UK Budget 2025: Key Property Announcements & Impact on the Housing Market
UK Budget 2025: Key Property Announcements and What They Mean for the Market Finally after months of speculation, the UK Government has confirmed a range of new measures that will impact the property market. The most significant update is the introduction of an annual levy on homes valued above £2 million, a move that […]