A WEALTHY LIFE PODCAST
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What would you do if you did not have to work just to pay the bills
A Wealthy Life Podcast
At last, a wealth podcast filled with truly practical tips, deep insights (and a touch of British humour). We cover all things wealth, property, and financial education- helping you to rethink your relationship with money.
- If you have started to realise that time is worth more than money – and even more so if you haven’t – A Wealthy Life is the podcast for you!
- Are you a business owner, contractor, or leader of industry? Are you tired of missing out on family life? Do you wish you were truly in charge of how you spend your time? A Wealthy Life is the podcast for you!
- Do you want to feel comfortable around money and investments? Want to know that you are financially resilient, no matter what this decade dreams up next? A Wealthy Life is DEFINITELY the podcast for you!
Follow and subscribe NOW to never miss an episode!
Welcome to A Wealthy Life, a podcast by author and wealth strategist Vicki Wusche.
This brand new series is filled with practical tips, insights and a touch of humour covering all things wealth, money, and financial education, helping you to rethink your relationship with money and time.
If you have started to realise that time is worth more than money – and even more so if you haven’t, then A Wealthy Life is the podcast for you.
If you’re a business owner, contractor or leader of industry – are you tired of missing out on family life? Do you wish you were the one in charge of how you spend your time? Then A Wealthy Life is the podcast for you.
Do you just want to feel more comfortable around money and investments, and know that you are financially resilient no matter what this decade dreams up next? Then A Wealthy Life is DEFINITELY the podcast for you.
Follow and subscribe now to never miss an episode.
Connect with Vicki on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and YouTube: https://linktr.ee/VickiWusche
In this episode, I sit down with Barbara Escolme to explore the journey of building financial security, resilience, and independence through property investing. From experiencing family repossession, navigating divorce, and learning on the job, Barbara shares how her background in finance, combined with real-world property experience, helped her create multiple streams of income and a plan for long-term financial freedom.
Barbara Escombe is a property investor, property coach, and chartered accountant. With experience in banking, finance, and international living, she guides individuals, especially women on taking control of their finances, building property portfolios, and understanding how money, time, and personal priorities intersect to create security and independence.
Expect to Learn:
How Barbara’s early experiences with repossession shaped her approach to property and financial security
The lessons learned from investing hands-on while managing life’s unexpected challenges, like divorce and overseas moves
How to create multiple income streams that provide both financial and time freedom
The importance of knowing yourself before choosing property strategies or career paths
Why property investing can act as a “safety net” against life’s uncertainties
Episode Breakdown with Timestamps:
[00:00] – Introduction & Barbara’s background in finance and property
[02:26] – Education, societal expectations, and financial responsibility
[13:23] – Persistence, pivoting, and knowing when to change course
[15:36] – Managing risk, dealing with old UK property stock, and opportunity
[23:46] – Fact-checking, social media, and uniqueness
[32:39] – Trigger point: starting property investing through hands-on learning
[36:49] – First property purchase in 2008 and lessons learned
[44:48] – Income streams, time control, and “brick bank” accounts for security
[47:11] – Closing thoughts and next steps
Follow the Guest Barbara Escolme:
Website: https://barbaraescolme.uk/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/barbaraescolme_/
Follow the Host Vicki Wusche:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vickiwusche/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VickiWusche
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vicki_wusche/
Book a Call: https://bit.ly/BookVicki
Scorecard: https://bit.ly/EscapeThe9-5Now
The Values Manual: https://bit.ly/ValuesManual
Listening Links:
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/VickiWusche
Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/a-wealthy-life/id1617293196
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/13lVRTAioD5mR4XUiylAk8
Escape the 9-5 through property – A complete course by Vicki Wusche: https://bit.ly/EscapeThe9-5Now
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