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About Niki Sheppard

Niki Sheppard, began her journey in the mortgage industry in 2016, bringing 16 years of experience in the financial service industry. She has held various roles at every banking level, spanning from teller line staff to Senior Branch Management. Niki takes pride in educating, counseling, and assisting first-time home buyers through the mortgage process.

Outside of work, Niki enjoys family travel, reading, camping, and hosting events. Despite her love for travel, she sees herself as a homebody. Having moved back to her small hometown a couple of years ago, she appreciates the slower pace of life with her husband John, daughter Scarlett, and their pets—Goldendoodle pups Rosie and Raven, and bunny Honey.

Favorite quote: â€œMy mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style.” – Maya Angelou

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Alexander White
19:22 31 Oct 25
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Erica
15:54 29 Sep 25
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Kristen Miller
18:47 19 Sep 25
Every step of the mortgage process was quick and seamless. Way less stress than previously used mortgage lenders. Niki was always fast to answer questions and very professional. Highly recommend.
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Billy Apostolou
22:30 14 Nov 24
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Nicole Scott
22:26 14 Nov 24
Niki is great to work with! She is always available to answer any questions, and she is always willing to go that extra mile to help a buyer.
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Olivia Henneman
16:06 30 Apr 24
I would recommend Niki to anyone!! We had a tricky financial situation and she didn’t stop at no. She not only got us approved but made the entire process when we bought our rental amazing. She is very professional, knowledgeable, and very dedicated to her clients.

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Sr. Loan Originator | NMLS #783324

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