The Team

Dave Shepherd, Founder & Mortgage Adviser

Tel. 07756487362
Email. davenewchapter-fs.co.uk

Dave is a CeMAP qualified mortgage and protection adviser with over 10 years of experience in the field and 15 years in the financial services industry. Having worked for a large corporate mortgage brokerage and later spending four years with a small enterprise, he founded New Chapter Financial Services in 2025 to provide a more personal and tailored approach to client needs. Known for his calm and friendly nature, Dave is passionate about helping clients achieve successful outcomes, ensuring they feel supported and confident in their financial decisions. Outside of work, he enjoys traveling to experience new countries and cultures, watching rugby and spending time with his young family.

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Testimonials

What our customers have to say about us

I can't praise Dave at New Chapter Financial Services enough for his outstanding help with my mortgage! From our very first meeting, he demonstrated a deep understanding of the mortgage process and took the time to explain everything clearly. Dave's attention to detail and personalised approach made securing my mortgage feel seamless and stress-free. He was always available to answer my questions and provided invaluable insights that ultimately saved me money. If you need assistance with your mortgage, I highly recommend reaching out to Dave—his expertise truly makes all the difference!

Dave was so helpful and supportive to us as first time buyers. Dave explained everything to us clearly and took time to ensure we understood our options. Communication was second to none and we would highly recommend Dave to anyone needing a decent mortgage broker!

So glad we found Dave. He has guided me through a really tricky mortgage recently and would never go anywhere else now. Highly recommend Dave and the New Chapter team.

Thoroughly recommend Dave, clear concise information and made the process of my re-mortgage a walk in the park. Really friendly approach and made me feel like I was in safe hands from our very first conversation.

Been using Dave for years and he’s exceptional at what he does. His attention to detail and genuine care for finding the best mortgage deal, sets him apart. Highly recommend his services to anyone looking for a friendly, easy to approach and knowledgeable mortgage broker!

Dave has been my go-to mortgage advisor for years, and I wouldn’t use anyone else. He’s managed all of my mortgages and remortgages, always making the process straightforward and stress-free. He takes the time to explain everything clearly, finds the best deals, and is always available to answer any questions. Having a mortgage advisor you can trust is invaluable, and I couldn’t recommend Dave highly enough!