Meet Jessica Mortgages, a 43-year-old Leeds-based property portfolio owner, landlord, investor, mom, and Specialist Broker. Over 15 years, she's grown her multi-million-pound portfolio, providing a 'safe place to raise families' through rentals to diverse groups. Despite being labelled the 'Black sheep' in school, Jessica's determination led her to success. From a Punjabi family, she initially worked in retail with family-owned convenience stores. Now, as a Specialist Mortgage Broker, she uses her expertise to help ordinary people become successful property investors. Property enabled her to support her lifestyle while retraining for her current role. Summary In this episode, Rosalia interviews Jessica Reehal, a property investor and specialist mortgage broker. They discuss the motivation for getting into property, the importance of providing safe and affordable housing, and the challenges of being a landlord. Jessica shares her journey of building a property portfolio and becoming a mortgage broker, offering insights and advice for aspiring investors. They also discuss the significance of women in the property and finance industries and the role of social media in growing a business. The episode concludes with a discussion on future projects and the challenges of financing property investments. Takeaways Property investment can be motivated by various factors, such as the need for additional income, retirement planning, or personal achievement. Being a landlord involves balancing financial rewards with providing safe and affordable housing for tenants. Building a property portfolio requires determination, education, and a strong support network. Social media can be a powerful tool for growing a property or mortgage brokerage business and connecting with potential clients. Don't forget to Like, comment and subscribe! You can also connect with Rosalia and Manuka Media here: Instagram - @manukamedia Instagram - @rosalialazzara LinkedIn - ⁠linkedin.com/in/manukamedia⁠ Website - ⁠www.manukamedia.co.uk⁠