In this grounded panel conversation from our 2024 event, Palak Shah sits down with two couples who are building real wealth through out-of-state real estate investing. They share what it looked like to move from burnout, income pressure, and “successful on paper” careers into portfolios that create breathing room, options, and time freedom.

One couple went from feeling stretched on a single W2 to building a Philly portfolio from New Jersey, plus a service business that supports other investors. Another couple, both pharmacists, chose to stop forcing the numbers in California and built a system for investing in Michigan while running their own healthcare company.

This episode is a real look at what it takes to lead as a couple, make clear decisions based on data, build a team you trust, and stay present even when your properties are far away.

Key Moments

1. Building wealth as a couple and staying aligned through the learning curve
2. The mindset shift from job security to asset security
3. Choosing the right market with numbers, not emotion
4. How to build a team out of state through relationships and referrals
5. Managing properties from afar with structure, presence, and clear roles
6. The “Sandwich Method” for staying calm when problems show up
7. Learning to have hard conversations with contractors without losing yourself

In This Episode

00:00 – Meet the panel: two couples, one goal

05:10 – From paycheck pressure to portfolio thinking

10:40 – Their portfolio snapshots and why equity matters

16:30 – Why out of state investing became the clear choice

22:30 – The Sarah and Rami method for picking a market

30:15 – Fear, family doubt, and learning to trust yourself

38:10 – Building the team: chemistry, values, and trust

Resources:

1. Get a copy of Accelerate Your Real Estate -https://a.co/d/bdW6j7K
2. Book a call - http://www.openspaceswomen.com/bookacall
3. 5-Day Real Estate Investor Accelerator - https://www.theinvestoraccelerator.com

Connect with Palak and Niti

1. Website: https://www.openspaceswomen.com/
2. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/openspaceswomen/ https://www.instagram.com/openspacesacademy/
3. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/openspaceswomen
4. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/openspacescapital/
5. YouTube: https://youtube.com/@openspaces1251
6. TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@openspacesacademy

Disclaimer: This episode is intended for educational purposes only and is based on our personal experience as real estate investors. Nothing shared should be considered financial, legal, or tax advice, nor a recommendation to buy, sell, or take action solely based on what’s discussed. Every investment decision carries risk, and what worked for us may not be right for you. We strongly encourage you to do your own research and consult with licensed professionals before making any investment decisions.