The Wealth Blueprint: Financial Freedom Through Real Estate

What do you do when you realize your six-figure career no longer feels secure? Allan, a successful plastic surgeon turned real estate investor, shares the raw truth about losing his income overnight during COVID, and realizing just how vulnerable a high salary can be when it's your only stream. In this episode, you'll learn how Alan acquired his first two properties in just months in the Open Spaces community, the mindset shift that helped him go from analysis paralysis to real execution and why real estate isn’t “beneath you”, and how the real flex is cash flow, not job titles Whether you’re a doctor, engineer, or corporate professional, Alan’s journey is a must-listen if you want to stop working for money and start having money work for you. In this Episode 00:57 – Alan’s intro: From plastic surgeon to investor 02:29 – The COVID wake-up call: income suddenly disappears 03:54 – Why net worth ≠ income and what that means for professionals 04:43 – Joining Open Spaces: What finally clicked 06:42 – What people get wrong about real estate investing (no, it’s not all broken toilets) 08:04 – The mindset shift: action over perfection 09:55 – Alan’s advice for new investors: start with small, consistent wins 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/ https://www.instagram.com/openspacesacademy/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/openspaceswomen - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/openspacescapital/ - YouTube: https://youtube.com/@openspaces1251 - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@openspacesacademy https://www.tiktok.com/@openspacesacademy

In this Sensei Session, Palak sits down with Rami and Sarah, two pharmacists turned real estate investors who built a nearly $2M portfolio while still holding down their demanding day jobs. They share their journey from pandemic burnout to strategic investing, the fear and self-doubt they had to overcome, and the role that mentorship, mindset, and community played in helping them grow. You’ll hear why burnout was the catalyst for a new financial path, how they went from “no experience” to owning 10 doors in a few years, and what building generational wealth really means to them. This is a deeply human, hopeful episode about what’s possible when you bet on yourself and lean into growth. In this Episode * 00:36 – Rami & Sarah’s background as pharmacists * 02:07 – From burnout to the search for freedom * 03:27 – Why they chose real estate over other side hustles * 03:59 – Finding Open Spaces and deciding to join * 07:30 – Building a nearly $2M portfolio * 08:21 – What parts of the program helped most * 10:43 – How they’ve changed since becoming investors * 19:59 – “I almost didn’t join because…” 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/ https://www.instagram.com/openspacesacademy/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/openspaceswomen - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/openspacescapital/ - YouTube: https://youtube.com/@openspaces1251 - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@openspacesacademy https://www.tiktok.com/@openspacesacademy

Wondering how to finance your next rental without draining your savings? In this episode, Palak and Niti break down the exact strategies they used to build a multimillion-dollar portfolio without being trust fund babies. You'll learn: The difference between short-term and long-term loans (and how to use each) Why you don’t need $100K to start investing The real pros and cons of hard money vs. private lenders How to avoid common traps with lenders who overpromise and underdeliver What debt service coverage ratio (DSCR) loans are and why they’re a game-changer Whether you're brand new or scaling your portfolio, this episode will shift your mindset and give you clear, practical steps for using financing as your growth engine. In This Episode 01:00 - Short-term vs long-term financing: what’s the difference? 03:12 - How short-term loans help you buy and renovate 04:24 - Sample deal breakdown: $80K purchase + $40K rehab 06:16 - Hard money vs. private lenders: what you need to know 07:35 - The “bait and switch” risk: how to vet a lender 09:34 - Long-term options: conventional vs. commercial loans 11:11 - Why we avoid buying rentals in our personal name 13:50 - DSCR loans explained and why they help you scale 15:17 - Final advice: protect your downside and vet every lender 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/ https://www.instagram.com/openspacesacademy/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/openspaceswomen - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/openspacescapital/ - YouTube: https://youtube.com/@openspaces1251 - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@openspacesacademy https://www.tiktok.com/@openspacesacademy

This episode is for anyone who’s ever wondered, “Is it too late to start over?” Meet Kendra, former celebrity makeup artist turned full-time real estate investor, who traded glam for grit and built a powerful portfolio from scratch. In this episode, you’ll hear: * What really happens behind the scenes of a successful pivot * How she overcame fear, grief, and the weight of reinvention * The exact systems that helped her go from zero to $1.3M in ARV You’ll walk away with practical tips on deal analysis, confidence-building, and how to start—even if you're rebuilding mid-career. 👉 Doors close soon: Book your strategy call before June 1 at openspacesacademy.com/bookacall In This Episode * 00:59 | Introduction * 02:41 | From A-listers to ARVs—Kendra’s unexpected origin story * 03:15 | Pandemic pivots and permission to begin again * 06:04 | Portfolio status: 4 properties, $1.3M in ARV, 100% remote * 09:26 | How deal analysis turned fear into strategy * 11:41 | Kendra’s bold 5-year vision (and why she’s dreaming bigger) * 15:32 | Mindset shift that changes everything 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/ https://www.instagram.com/openspacesacademy/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/openspaceswomen - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/openspacescapital/ - YouTube: https://youtube.com/@openspaces1251 - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@openspacesacademy https://www.tiktok.com/@openspacesacademy

Episode Summary: In this inspiring episode of Sensei Sessions, we sit down with Eileen, a former PR executive who left behind the stress and burnout of corporate life to pursue real estate investing full-time. Just two years later, she’s built a portfolio worth $2.4 million and generated over $575,000 in equity—all while prioritizing time with her family and personal growth. In this episode, you’ll hear why Eileen walked away from a 25-year corporate career in PR and what drove her toward real estate investing, the early fears she had and how the Open Spaces Portfolio Program gave her the financial systems and mindset shift needed to succeed.  In This Episode * 01:29 – Introduction and Background * 02:15 – Why Real Investing * 04:15 – Exiting the Corporate Grind * 09:20 – Impact of Real Estate Investing * 10:50 – Getting Started: Freelancing to Fund the Dream * 11:57 – Mindset Shifts & Money Wins * 13:03 – $575K in Equity in 2 Years * 17:33 – Eileen 1.0 vs Eileen 2.0 * 23:19 – Advice for New Investors * 28:16 – Overcoming Fear: What Almost Held Her Back * 29:53 – Closing Reflections: Wealth, Time, and the Gift of Choice 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/   https://www.instagram.com/openspacesacademy/ - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/openspaceswomen - LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/openspacescapital/ - YouTube: https://youtube.com/@openspaces1251 - TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@openspacesacademy https://www.tiktok.com/@openspacesacademy