David Dempsey

Background

I left Grammar School more years ago than I care to remember and immediately joined the family footwear business for a 20 year period.

I then took a career change and joined Canada Life where after initial training I worked for another 4 years.

Following that I took the steps required to become an Independent Financial Adviser, a role which I have enjoyed since 1989. I joined Blake Independent in 2008 and have greatly benefited from the forward thinking environment.

Qualifications

I took my Financial Planning Certificate in 1973 and have taken refresher courses regularly ever since.

I am currently studying to become a certified member at Diploma Level of the Personal Finance Society.

Area of expertise

I am something of an all rounder with experience in a large variety of topics. I have a wealth of knowledge in inheritance tax and the provision of solutions which mitigate capital gains tax. I also offer advice regarding tax efficient investments for capital growth and income.

About me

I have two grown up children and indulge myself in the outdoors whenever possible and in winter take to the ski-slopes. I also keep in trim at a local gym.

I am a classic car enthusiast and love to tinker with my own classic BMW.

I also enjoy a good game of Bridge and play at the local clubs at least two or three times per week.

Blake Independent Financial Planning Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority. We are entered into the FSA register and our FSA registration number is 408150.

The guidance and /or advice contained within the website is subject to the UK regulatory regime and is therefore primarily targeted at customers in the UK. The Financial Services Authority does not regulate taxation and trust advice, accountancy, private banking and legal services.

The tax relief referred to in this site applies to the United Kingdom and to UK tax paying residents. These are liable to change and this will be explained during your meeting with one of our advisers who will also explain the value of that relief as this is dependent upon the taxpayer and their personal circumstances. Investment decisions should not be taken based on the content of this site. Always take full individual advice. There will be a fee for mortgage advice - the precise amount will depend upon your circumstances, but we estimate it will be £699. You have the option to pay us a fee and receive any commission which we are paid by the lender. If you choose this option, we estimate that the fee will be £1,000.

Your home may be repossessed if you do not keep up repayments on a mortgage or any other loan secured on it.