Client Testimonials
Read what our clients have to say about their experience and how a personalised approach to financial planning has helped them gain greater clarity and confidence in their financial future.
── Testimonials
Hear From Our Clients
Discover how our personal approach to financial planning has helped clients better understand their options, make informed decisions and feel more confident about their financial future.
James (57) - School Principal
What financial planning service did Shane provided you with?
Investment Planning, Retirement Planning
Please describe working with Shane as your Financial Broker?
Very easy to work with. Very clear on the products on offer. Good advice on picking what suits your own situation best.
If you were to recommend Shane to a friend what would you say to them?
Shane has a very good knowledge of the education sector and understands what suits teachers best.
What difference has working with Shane made to your financial literacy & circumstances?
Gave me options that were not readily available through the regular provider.
David (58) - Head of Trade Compliance
What financial planning service did Shane provided you with?
Protection Planning, Investment Planning, Retirement Planning, Estate Planning
Please describe working with Shane as your Financial Broker?
Shane was exceptional in the way he spent time understanding where we were in our lives, not only financially, but as a family overall & helped with planning out financial projects that will support us in the future and provide peace of mind now.
If you were to recommend Shane to a friend what would you say to them?
Your in safe hands.
What difference has working with Shane made to your financial literacy & circumstances?
Peace of mind, which cannot be underrated.
John (32) - Doctor
What financial planning service did Shane provided you with?
A Full Financial Plan, Protection Planning
Please describe working with Shane as your Financial Broker?
Very well informed and easy to deal with
If you were to recommend Shane to a friend what would you say to them?
Its well worth the time to meet Shane and get his expert advice.
What difference has working with Shane made to your financial literacy & circumstances?
It's been excellent to work with someone who is professional, knowledgeable, and approachable. With his input, now we have a financial plan in place.
Aidan (40) - Quantity Surveyor
What financial planning service did Shane provided you with?
A Full Financial Plan, Protection Planning
Please describe working with Shane as your Financial Broker?
I’ve known Shane for many years, so when I decided to review my pension and look at my longer term financial planning, I already knew I was dealing with someone I could trust.
What I’ve particularly appreciated is the way he explains things in plain English and takes the time to make sure I understand the options fully before making any decisions. There’s absolutely never any pressure, and the advice is always focused on what makes sense for me and my circumstances.
He has helped me with my pension planning and I’m also working with him on my investment plans. I’ve found him to be knowledgeable, professional and very approachable, while still giving me the confidence that the advice I’m getting is independent and carefully considered.
Shane would be the first person I would think of when recommending a financial planner to anyone looking for someone they can trust.
If you were to recommend Shane to a friend what would you say to them?
I’d definitely recommend Shane. I’ve known him since we were children, so I’ve known him a long time and trust him completely. He’s very knowledgeable about pensions and investments, but what I particularly like is that he explains things in a way that’s easy to understand and never makes you feel pressured into anything.
He takes the time to review and understand your circumstances and gives you confidence that you’re making the right decisions for your future. If you’re looking for someone you can trust to give you honest, independent professional financial advice, I wouldn't look any further than Shane.
What difference has working with Shane made to your financial literacy & circumstances?
Working with Shane has made a real difference to both my financial literacy and my circumstances. Because he’s taken the time to explain pensions and investments in clear, straightforward language, I actually understand what’s going on with my money now instead of just nodding along. He’s never made me feel rushed or pressured, which has given me the confidence to make decisions that feel right for my situation.
Knowing I have someone I trust completely looking after my pension (and soon my investments too) has taken a lot of the worry out of planning for the future.
Mervyn (46) - Farmer
What financial planning service did Shane provided you with?
A Full Financial Plan
Please describe working with Shane as your Financial Broker?
Easy to deal with good communication.always answered questions clearly. Did what he said he would.
If you were to recommend Shane to a friend what would you say to them?
We are happy with Shane here he will always call back. Explains things clearly.
What difference has working with Shane made to your financial literacy & circumstances?
He does all the work and explains what you are signing your name to. Leaves everything as simple as possible.
Neil (44) - Commercial Manager
What financial planning service did Shane provided you with?
Protection Planning
Please describe working with Shane as your Financial Broker?
We cannot recommend Shane Cannon highly enough. When other insurance brokers had told us that we wouldn’t be able to get mortgage protection and advised us simply to wait, Shane took the time to understand our situation and genuinely worked with us to find a solution.
From the outset, Shane was personable, friendly and extremely professional. He was also very sensitive and understanding of our circumstances, which made what could have been a stressful process much easier.
What stood out most was Shane’s determination and willingness to go the extra mile. Rather than accepting that mortgage protection wasn’t possible, he explored the options available to us and ultimately managed to secure cover when others had said it couldn’t be done.
We are extremely grateful for his help and expertise and would have no hesitation in recommending Shane to anyone looking for an insurance broker who genuinely cares about his clients and delivers results.
If you were to recommend Shane to a friend what would you say to them?
I’d have no hesitation recommending Shane. He’s friendly, approachable and takes the time to understand what you need. He’s professional, knowledgeable and always makes the process straightforward and easy to understand. Most importantly, you feel that he has your best interests at heart and will go the extra mile to get the right outcome for you.
What difference has working with Shane made to your financial literacy & circumstances?
Working with Shane has given me a much better understanding of my financial protection and the options available to me. He took the time to explain things clearly and made what can often be a complicated area much easier to understand. His advice and guidance have also given me greater confidence that my financial circumstances are properly protected and that I have made informed decisions for the future.
Michael (56) - Head of IT
What financial planning service did Shane provided you with?
Retirement Planning
Please describe working with Shane as your Financial Broker?
Shane is extremely knowledgeable and offers sensible advise. He is very responsive to requests for information and is of course very trustworthy. I am very happy to be one of his clients.
If you were to recommend Shane to a friend what would you say to them?
Trustworthy and very capable of assisting in finacial planning needs be it retirement or financlial planning. He is also friendly and responsive.
What difference has working with Shane made to your financial literacy & circumstances?
I was looking to work with an individual rather than a corporate body. Shane meets this need is very familiar with the different investment options available.
Muireann (48) - Teacher
What financial planning service did Shane provided you with?
A Full Financial Plan, Protection Planning, Investment Planning, Retirement Planning
Please describe working with Shane as your Financial Broker?
After meeting a number of brokers who came to give a talk in our school, Shane is the best. He was so easy to understand and explained what I needed in terms of income protection, AVC's etc. I am bogged down with paperwork at work as it is and Shane just sorted out all of that for me in a quick and easy manner. If I had any questions, I could contact him at anytime and he responded very quickly.
I came to a place this year that I wanted to invest some money into stocks/funds and Shane set this up for me. Again, he broke it all down for me and explained what may and may not happen. Thankfully my money is working for me very well at present and I can easily access the fund to see how they are doing.
If you were to recommend Shane to a friend what would you say to them?
I have already recommeded Shane to family and friends and they are delighted with his advice.
What difference has working with Shane made to your financial literacy & circumstances?
It has made a huge amount of difference. I have gone from burying my head in the sand to finally taking control of my pension and investments. Once Shane sets things up, you hardly have to think about it again. I have great peace of mind but also am educated on what I need for the future.
Annie (60) - Teacher
What financial planning service did Shane provided you with?
Retirement Planning
Please describe working with Shane as your Financial Broker?
Shane makes it very easy. Provides a brillant service. Available for any follow up.
If you were to recommend Shane to a friend what would you say to them?
Arrange a meeting - nothing to lose, lots to gain!
What difference has working with Shane made to your financial literacy & circumstances?
Better understand of it all.
James (43) - Sole trader
What financial planning service did Shane provided you with?
A Full Financial Plan
Please describe working with Shane as your Financial Broker?
Shane was brilliant to work with from day one. His advice was always clear, practical, and prompt, making what could have been an overwhelming process feel straightforward. With a young family and my wife working in the public service, we needed tailored guidance to structure our long-term goals, particularly planning ahead for our children's education and building a solid retirement fund. Shane took the time to understand our specific circumstances and put a clear, reassuring financial plan in place. We couldn't recommend him highly enough.
If you were to recommend Shane to a friend what would you say to them?
Give Shane a quick call, he is very friendly, not pushy and will listen to what your looking for.
What difference has working with Shane made to your financial literacy & circumstances?
It has taken taken the worry of money planning away and also gives me enough knowledge to see how my money is working for me but also if you have no interest and you are just happy to have a plan in place, your safe in the knowledge that Shane will guide you in the future.
Ross (49) - Teacher
What financial planning service did Shane provided you with?
A Full Financial Plan, Investment Planning, Retirement Planning
Please describe working with Shane as your Financial Broker?
Shane is extremely professional. Explained everything very clearly and any changes in the landscape he would communicate with us immediately and explain what the changes would mean to us. Very happy with Shane’s service.
If you were to recommend Shane to a friend what would you say to them?
As I said speaks in layman’s terms and is extremely personable.
What difference has working with Shane made to your financial literacy & circumstances?
Based on Shane’s expertise and recommendations our investments have been going the right way.
Noel (43) - Teacher
What financial planning service did Shane provided you with?
Investment Planning
Please describe working with Shane as your Financial Broker?
Shane provides an excellent service and is always a pleasure to deal with. He is professional, friendly, and reliable. I would highly recommend his services.
If you were to recommend Shane to a friend what would you say to them?
He is professional, friendly, and reliable.
What difference has working with Shane made to your financial literacy & circumstances?
I have a greater understanding of my finances.
Kevin (39) - Teacher
What financial planning service did Shane provided you with?
Investment Planning
Please describe working with Shane as your Financial Broker?
Shane is extremely helpful, very knowledgeable and explains things in an easy to understand manner.
If you were to recommend Shane to a friend what would you say to them?
Shane is very trustworthy, always responds to messages and gives solid financial advice.
What difference has working with Shane made to your financial literacy & circumstances?
I have a far greater understanding of investment planning due to Shane and we are well prepared financially for the future.
Cillian (33) - Crane Operator
What financial planning service did Shane provided you with?
Protection Planning, Investment Planning, Retirement Planning
Please describe working with Shane as your Financial Broker?
Shane is a straight shooter. From the very beginning, he asked me directly, “What do you want to get out of this meeting?” I told him exactly what I was looking for, and from there we made a clear plan and executed it very efficiently and with great integrity.
Whenever I had a question about a product or part of the plan, Shane was always available to explain things clearly and put my mind at ease. He was professional, knowledgeable, honest and genuinely easy to deal with throughout the entire process.
I couldn’t recommend Shane highly enough.
If you were to recommend Shane to a friend what would you say to them?
Honestly, I’d definitely recommend Shane. He’s straight-up, honest and easy to deal with. He listened to what I wanted, made a plan and delivered. Any time I had a question, he was always there to help. I’d have no hesitation sending a friend his way.
What difference has working with Shane made to your financial literacy & circumstances?
Shane has helped me utilise my income through investment planning, while also putting a solid plan in place to save for my children’s college. He took the time to understand my goals and made sure everything was clear and easy to understand. I’ve been really happy with how he’s helped me structure everything.
Colin (37) - Managing Director
What financial planning service did Shane provided you with?
Protection Planning, Investment Planning, Retirement Planning
Please describe working with Shane as your Financial Broker?
Working with Shane has been a very positive experience. He is professional, approachable and takes the time to understand both my business and family’s financial needs. His advice has always been clear, practical and easy to understand. I would have no hesitation in recommending his services.
If you were to recommend Shane to a friend what would you say to them?
I would highly recommend Shane. He is knowledgeable, approachable and easy to deal with, providing clear and practical financial advice for both personal and business needs.
What difference has working with Shane made to your financial literacy & circumstances?
Shane has given me clear advice on life cover, mortgage protection and pensions, helping me make better financial decisions for my family and future.
Gerard (40) - Garda
What financial planning service did Shane provided you with?
A Full Financial Plan, Retirement Planning
Please describe working with Shane as your Financial Broker?
Efficient, punctual, knowledgeable, gives clear explanations of items discussed.
If you were to recommend Shane to a friend what would you say to them?
Trustworthy, keeps his word, clear in explaining what the best options are for your individual situation. Efficient and prompt service tailored around your available time.
What difference has working with Shane made to your financial literacy & circumstances?
Shane has helped me plan for my future and retirement, while also instilling the need to continually review and update my situation when required.
Mary (50) - Teacher
What financial planning service did Shane provide you with?
A Full Financial Plan, Protection Planning, Investment Planning, Retirement Planning
Please describe working with Shane as your Financial Broker?
Client-focused, seamless, simple and efficient. Shane is a true professional, knowledgeable, reliable and an expert in his field. He is personable and trustworthy and demonstrates that he wants to do his best by his client. Helpful and supportive. Always makes the effort to simplify each process.
If you were to recommend Shane to a friend what would you say to them?
Shane is knowledgeable and trustworthy and he invests wisely. I would trust him 100% and he will always try to advise what is best for the client! Plus he has a great sense of humour!
What difference has working with Shane made to your financial literacy & circumstances?
Shane has taken a load off my mind, reduced my worry about the future! I have every confidence in the advice he gives and the investment he makes. I know he is always there to explain when I dont fully understand!
Anonymous (57) - Retired Procurement Director
What financial planning service did Shane provided you with?
A Full Financial Plan, Investment Planning, Retirement Planning
Please describe working with Shane as your Financial Broker?
Shane has been an invaluable support in helping me navigate my financial future following my decision to retire from a fast-paced global role. He provided practical tools and guidance that helped me clarify what I would need for the next stage of my life, both in the short and long term.
He took the time to explain all the available options and recommend solutions that aligned with my new lifestyle and goals. At no point did I feel rushed or pressured toward any particular product or offering. Shane was always available to answer my questions and continues to proactively check in, providing updates on my investments and ensuring I remain informed and confident about my financial position.
If you were to recommend Shane to a friend what would you say to them?
What sets Shane apart is his genuine commitment to his clients. He is deeply invested in helping them achieve the best possible outcomes and providing ongoing support throughout their financial journey.
What difference has working with Shane made to your financial literacy & circumstances?
I truly feel that Shane cares about his clients and their success. His professionalism, patience, and ongoing commitment have made a significant difference to my financial literacy.
Cathal (49) - Principal
What financial planning service did Shane provided you with?
Protection Planning, Investment Planning, Retirement Planning
Please describe working with Shane as your Financial Broker?
A very professional, personal service. Shane found the best financial products to meet my requirements. I would highly recommend Shane for his knowledge and attention to detail and continued client customer service.
If you were to recommend Shane to a friend what would you say to them?
Very trustworthy and precise in his advice. Great follow up customer client service.
What difference has working with Shane made to your financial literacy & circumstances?
Access to better financial products.
Kate (33) - Makeup Artist
What financial planning service did Shane provided you with?
Investment Planning
Please describe working with Shane as your Financial Broker?
Excellent. Professional and always there to answer any questions. 11/10
If you were to recommend Shane to a friend what would you say to them?
Shane is informed & informative. Very reliable and makes the whole process very easy for me. Would highly recommend to a friend.
What difference has working with Shane made to your financial literacy & circumstances?
I’ve saved money and gained on my investments
Enda (42) - Lecturer
What financial planning service did Shane provided you with?
Protection Planning, Retirement Planning
Please describe working with Shane as your Financial Broker?
Very straightforward and thorough.
If you were to recommend Shane to a friend what would you say to them?
Very easy to talk to and understands where people are at, at a given time.
What difference has working with Shane made to your financial literacy & circumstances?
It has given us peace and mind that we have something in place for the future.
Holy (45) - Teacher
What financial planning service did Shane provided you with?
Protection Planning, Investment Planning, Retirement Planning
Please describe working with Shane as your Financial Broker?
I have been with Shane for over two years and have been very happy with the service he provides. He always makes sure that you understand the financial advice he is giving and has made managing my financial products smooth and easy. I would highly recommend Shane for his excellent financial knowledge, professional approach and high level of integrity.
If you were to recommend Shane to a friend what would you say to them?
He’s professional, very knowledgeable about financial products & explains financial products so you feel confident in what you are purchasing.
What difference has working with Shane made to your financial literacy & circumstances?
I understand how to make my money work better for me & I understand the investments I have made with a view to financial security after retirement.
Martin (45) - Teacher
What financial planning service did Shane provided you with?
A Full Financial Plan, Protection Planning, Investment Planning, Retirement Planning
Please describe working with Shane as your Financial Broker?
Shane provides a very personalised and professional service. His advice over the last 10 years has worked out very well for us. He's a very nice person to work with. He's upfront and honest.
If you were to recommend Shane to a friend what would you say to them?
He will help you to manage your finances probably better than you would on your own. I have already recommended him to others.
What difference has working with Shane made to your financial literacy & circumstances?
Shane is an expert in his field. He has improved our financial circumstances with good investment advice. He has helped us put plans in place for our retirements.
Kate (38) - Researcher
What financial planning service did Shane provided you with?
A Full Financial Plan
Please describe working with Shane as your Financial Broker?
Shane provides expert bespoke financial advice in an easy and accessible way. He takes the stress out of the financial planning process and provides a dependable and trustworthy service.
If you were to recommend Shane to a friend what would you say to them?
Cannon Financial Planning provides a professional, strategic and reliable service to safeguard your financial stability. The best decision I made was coming to Cannon Financial Planning. Go book an appointment!
What difference has working with Shane made to your financial literacy & circumstances?
I learned a lot about the financial world during the appointment, particularly regarding pensions. I am very grateful for the financial plan Shane has put in place for me. It is a relief to know my finances are being managed properly and securely.
Brian (46) - Teacher
What financial planning service did Shane provided you with?
A Full Financial Plan, Investment Planning, Retirement Planning
Please describe working with Shane as your Financial Broker?
Shane is very good to work with. He is readily available, thorough, very clear in his explanations and someone I know I can contact and ask questions of at any time. Shane is extremely professional to deal with, and his knowledge of the industry is second to none.
If you were to recommend Shane to a friend what would you say to them?
I would say he is really easy to work with, very trustworthy and gives a very clear picture of where your money is invested and how it is performing. He is very thorough when giving various options of how best to make your money work for you.
What difference has working with Shane made to your financial literacy & circumstances?
I have a much better understanding of the different areas of investment growth, i.e. which markets are performing better than others and why that is so. I am now also much more aware of the different investment opportunities available to someone who doesn't have a lot of experience of investing their money in stock markets, etc.
Bernadette (48) - Teacher
What financial planning service did Shane provided you with?
Retirement Planning
Please describe working with Shane as your Financial Broker?
Shane is great to work with, easily contact able and is always ready to assist with any queries.
If you were to recommend Shane to a friend what would you say to them?
Shane is very dedicated, helpful and thorough in the work that he does and I would highly recommend him.
What difference has working with Shane made to your financial literacy & circumstances?
It has made my retirement planning so much easier and has given me peace of mind to know that I have a fund set up.
Brian (36) - Primary school teacher
What financial planning service did Shane provided you with?
Retirement Planning
Please describe working with Shane as your Financial Broker?
Shane was very informed and easy to chat with. He provided me with a very clear understanding of my current financial setup such as savings, pensions, lump sum and what to expect when I retire. He put a good investment plan in place for me. Monthly contributions are manageable and my return is going to be much better than what I was going to be getting through my previous Union approved provider.
If you were to recommend Shane to a friend what would you say to them?
Shane is honest and trustworthy.
What difference has working with Shane made to your financial literacy & circumstances?
Financial literacy has been increased, I'm now more confident in my financial future.
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