Ruby spent 20+ years in corporate finance, from a Big Four accounting firm to a major entertainment studio, reporting to the board, grinding through one of the most demanding environments in the industry. On paper, she had everything. In real life, she was running on empty.
The moments her family needed her most were the moments she couldn’t show up. So she made a decision, not out of desperation, but out of clarity.
She calls it a midlife realignment. We call it a power move.
In two years, Ruby built an 8-property portfolio in Cincinnati, Ohio, fully out of state, with a total ARV of over $2 million and $600K in equity. Then she launched a second business and clocked $20K in revenue in her first four months.
In this episode, Palak Shah and Ruby get into:
• Why Ruby walked away from a six-figure corporate career (and why she doesn’t regret a second of it)
• How she went from “I can never invest out of state” to owning 8 doors remotely
• The exact time-blocking system she uses to run her portfolio, her new business, and her family
• What “midlife realignment” actually means and why it’s a gift, not a failure
• Her advice for high-achieving women who are ready but terrified to take action
If you’ve ever sat in a meeting and thought “Is this it?” this one is for you.
In This Episode:
00:35 – “Everything looked great… but I wasn’t happy”
01:40 – The pressure of corporate finance and burnout
05:10 – Why family became the priority
06:00 – Building an out-of-state portfolio
7:20 – Creating $600K in equity
8:00 – Time blocking and productivity systems
9:00 – Emotional alignment and fulfillment
11:30 – Why she started a second business
15:00 – Advice for professionals afraid to pivot
18:30 – Final thoughts on freedom and purpose
Resources:
- Get a copy of Accelerate Your Real Estate - https://a.co/d/bdW6j7K
- Book a call - http://www.openspaceswomen.com/bookacall
- 5-Day Real Estate Investor Accelerator - https://www.theinvestoraccelerator.com
Connect with Palak and Niti
• Website: https://www.openspaceswomen.com/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/openspaceswomen/
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• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/openspaceswomen
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/openspacescapital/
• YouTube: https://youtube.com/@openspaces1251
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@openspacesacademy
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Disclaimer:
This episode is for educational and informational purposes only and reflects the personal experiences and perspectives shared by the speakers. It should not be considered financial, legal, tax, or investment advice. Any examples of real estate investing, portfolio growth, income generation, or business outcomes are illustrative and not guaranteed. Results can vary based on individual circumstances, market conditions, strategy, and execution. Always conduct your own due diligence and consult with qualified professionals before making any financial or investment decisions.
