More women have decided to take wealth creation into their own hands and buy property, rather than waiting for a white knight.

That’s certainly what I’m witnessing. I’m surrounded by female clients, friends and colleagues who have purchased property because of the perceived stability it offers.

Bella Zanesco ringfenced 30 per cent of her income to put towards a house deposit. Credit:Submitted

Take the cases of Fiona, Lauren and Bella. They are three very different women — a single, employed Gen Y; a married, employed Gen Y with a business-owning husband and a business owning, separated Gen X.

All three own property — some more than one — and all have used different types of financing and refinancing to obtain their estate.