The right woman for the job? The rise of the female landlord. [Infographic]

Women now account for two in five landlords, new research by Simple Landlords Insurance shows, with most female investors using property to top up their monthly income.

Data analysis of tens of thousands of landlords revealed that 40% of landlords are women. By comparison, only 17% of SME owners are women, demonstrating how property is moving towards equality at a faster pace than other industries.

A poll of over 400 landlords showed how male and female investors have different goals for their investments. 63% of female landlords said using rent for monthly income was their long-term business goal, as opposed to long term capital growth, compared with 53% of men.

The findings, together with real life examples and practical advice for female landlords from the Female Property Alliance, are published in the Women in Property Report 2017.