While a lot has changed for women regarding equality and opportunity, there are still some things that many women stay clear of.
An example of this is property investment, despite having some sort of female involvement, with 48% of women expressing confidence in property as a great financial asset for the future.
Although this shows potential for female investors, it is clear that men are still the dominant gender in this field and that women are missing out on significant financial gains.
If you have yet to enter the property sector as an investor, you should take a look at the following points which will help you understand how property can benefit all women.
Financial security
If you’re looking for a long-term financial solution to help you save for retirement or your child’s future, investing in property is one of the best ways to go. This is because it offers long-term profits through capital appreciation, which means the property increases in value over time, so your property could be worth more the longer you own it.
To ensure you achieve success in the property sector, you should seek advice from property experts like RW Invest, who will help you invest wisely. They also have several properties available in Liverpool and Manchester, where you can find some of the highest rental yields in prime locations.
By investing with experts, you can expect to receive a significant amount of tenant demand, which will result in a steady flow of rent and guarantee a secure financial future for you and your family.
Sense of independence
If you’ve always dreamed of starting your own business, property investment can help you to achieve this goal. You can start small and invest in one property, where you can take on the role of landlord.
If you want complete independence, you can take on a hands-on role, which means you will handle everything from property renovations and advertising to tenant screening and maintenance.
By investing this way, you can take complete control of your property, and if your first investment is successful, you can continue to grow your portfolio and bring in some help. This could include assistance from a maintenance company who can help you deal with any repairs, in order to keep your tenants happy.
Passive income
If you already have a job or are a stay-at-home mum, you should consider property investment, although you could take a hands-off approach by hiring a property manager to run your investment for you.
This will provide you with a passive income that will allow you to continue with your current career, or focus on your kids while also benefitting from extensive profits.
Having a steady flow of passive income can help you achieve several goals, such as saving up for your child’s education, buying your dream home, or taking that luxury holiday you always wanted to go on.
It can also be used for your retirement savings, as you could use your current income to pay your bills and store your investment profits in an ISA or a pension, allowing you to benefit from a comfortable retirement.
Identity Magazine is all about guiding women to discover their powers of Self-Acceptance, Appreciation, and Personal Achievement.
We ask that every contributor and expert answer the Identity questions in keeping with our theme. Their answers can be random and in the moment or they can be aligned with the current article they have written. In that way, and as a team, we hope to encourage and motivate each other, thus inspiring you to Get All A’s.
What have you accepted within your life, physically and/or mentally? Additionally, what are you still working on accepting? Now, we’re not talking about resignation but rather stepping into, embraced, and owned.
I have come to accept my failures as well as my strengths in dealing with day-to-day struggles. I understand that sometimes situations cannot always be controlled and that I should learn to appreciate the good times and accept that whatever happens, happens.
Appreciation is everything. What have you learned to appreciate about yourself and/or within your life, physically and mentally? On the other hand OR in contrast, are there elements of who you are that you’re still working on appreciating?
I have learned to appreciate the people I have that have stuck by me. It’s rare to meet individuals who become an integral part of your life offering support and companionship, especially at times when you need it most.
Share with us one of your most rewarding achievements in life. Tell us not only what makes YOU most proud but also share the goals and dreams that you still have.
The biggest achievement in my life would be my 2 children. The goals I have are what I strive to give to my kids for them to have a better life.
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