Darren Sharpe is an experienced mortgage broker who specialises in providing clear, practical advice tailored to each client’s circumstances. With a first-class honours degree in Business, Darren combines strong technical knowledge with a structured, considered approach to financial decision-making. 

He believes mortgage advice should go beyond simply finding a rate. His focus is on helping clients understand their options, plan confidently for the future, and make informed choices that support their wider lives — whether they’re buying their first home, moving up the ladder, or refinancing.

Outside of work, Darren is a proud father to two young daughters, which shapes his perspective on long-term planning and financial security. He is a lifelong Manchester United supporter and has a background in Tae Kwon Do, having achieved a black belt as a junior. Now back training as an adult, he’s working his way back to those same high standards — something that mirrors his professional mindset: discipline, consistency, and continual improvement.

Darren is known for being approachable, thorough, and straight-talking, ensuring clients feel supported and confident at every stage of their mortgage journey.

Neil is one of the Founders of Areti Mortgages and has spent more than 20 years helping people navigate the mortgage world with clarity and confidence. He specialises in supporting self-employed individuals, NHS professionals, and clients with more complex income scenarios — the situations where a bit of extra thought and creativity can make all the difference.

What really sets Neil apart is his attention to detail. It’s something that’s been with him since school, where he won a diligence award that, as he’ll admit, summed him up perfectly then and still does now. He brings that same care, patience, and thoroughness to every case he works on.

Clients across the UK value Neil’s calm, solution-focused approach and the fact he’s always just a call or message away. He works hard, thinks differently, and never gives up on finding the right answer — especially for people who’ve been told “no” elsewhere.

Outside of mortgages, Neil is a proud dad to three young daughters who make sure life is never too serious. He’s also a loyal (and occasionally suffering) football fan, splitting his support between Manchester United and Bristol Rovers — though he’s still not sure which team causes him more stress.

Approachable, diligent, and genuinely invested in the people he works with, Neil brings a human touch to the mortgage process that helps clients feel supported from start to finish.

Keana has been in the protection industry for over 8 years and helps clients protect what matters most, by providing straightforward advice on suitable protection solutions.

She believes protection should be easy to understand, without unnecessary jargon or pressure. Whether you’re buying your first home, moving house, or reviewing existing arrangements, she is committed to delivering a positive and supportive experience from start to finish.

She takes pride in building long-term relationships and genuinely enjoys helping people feel confident and reassured about their financial future.

Outside of work she loves long walks with her golden retriever Bella and watching Arsenal.

Alex has been working in mortgages since 2013, spending time as both an adviser and a team manager before stepping into his current role. He understands what it really takes to make a mortgage run smoothly — from the client conversations that matter most to the processes and systems that keep everything moving behind the scenes.

Outside of work, he loves anything to do with sport, whether that’s playing or watching, and has recently completed his first ultra marathon (something he still is talking about). He is also one half of the team responsible for Areti’s office dog (and Chief Shredder), Bella.

Matt is a dedicated Case Manager who works closely with your broker to support you from mortgage application through to offer, ensuring the process runs smoothly at every stage. He also manages the implementation of protection plans, working alongside Keana to guide clients to policy commencement. Throughout the journey, Matt provides regular updates, answers any questions, and is always on hand to offer clear, reliable support. 

Matt is a young professional who brings the same enthusiasm to life outside of work as he does to his role. When he’s not in the office, he’s loyally supporting Blackburn Rovers — despite the emotional resilience this often requires. At home, he’s kept busy by his two dogs, Lizzie and Niffy. He’s also a big music fan and has a particular love for Oasis — who he managed to see live, twice.

Matt is committed to providing clear communication, consistent support, and a smooth, stress-free experience for every client he works with.