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Are you a Black Texas family weighing the Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) program — and carrying the weight of history, community, and faith while doing it?In this episode, Crystal and Anthony Obey have the honest, kitchen-table conversation that Black families in Texas deserve.They hold both truths at once: the deep, rightful legacy of fighting for public schools AND the real failures of that same system for Black children.They break down exactly how TEFA's priority tiers favor lower-income families, how the disability funding pathway unlocks up to $30,000, and why faith-based schools built by Black churches stand to benefit directly.This isn't a sales pitch — it's a candid guide to making the best decision for YOUR family without guilt, without naivety, and without leaving money on the table.👉 The application window closes March 17th. Don't let uncertainty cost your family an opportunity.FREE INTRO CLASS: Get $30,000+/Yr to Fund Your Homeschool Without a 9-5 Job

Not sure whether to apply for Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA)?This episode is for you. Crystal and Anthony Obey step back from the how-to and tackle the harder question: should your family apply at all?Using a four-family framework drawn from real situations in their community, they walk through the genuine trade-offs of TEFA — financial support versus administrative responsibility, state funding versus long-term homeschool freedom, expanded resources versus constrained spending, and special considerations for families with children who have disabilities.This isn't a pro-TEFA episode or an anti-TEFA episode. It's a clear-eyed, pressure-free space to work through the real questions only your family can answer — guided by five decision questions that cut through the noise of Facebook groups, headlines, and political opinions.Download the free companion TFA Family Decision Worksheet from the show notes and walk away with genuine clarity — whatever direction you choose.👉 FREE INTRO CLASS: Get $30,000+/Yr to Fund Your Homeschool Without a 9-5 JobIn This Episode, You'll Discover:What Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) actually requires of homeschool families — and what it doesn'tA four-family framework to help you identify exactly where you are in this decision right nowThe four real trade-offs of TEFA: financial support, state relationship, spending constraints, and disability considerationsFive decision questions that cut through the noise and bring your family's values into focusWhy budgeting for homeschool families matters when evaluating if $2,000 per child is worth the administrative overheadHow to use the free TFA Family Decision Worksheet to make a clear, conscious choicePerfect for You If:You've been sitting with uncertainty about TEFA and haven't felt safe saying soYou want homeschool funding but aren't sure what strings come with itYou're weighing your family's long-term educational freedom against short-term financial reliefYou have a child with a disability and need to understand the IDEA trade-off before deciding

In this episode, Crystal and Anthony Obey go beyond the program basics to explore what Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) truly means for your family's financial future, your homeschool lifestyle, and the decade ahead. For the first time in Texas history, homeschool families are being seen — and funded — by the state. Discover the five concrete changes TEFA brings to your daily homeschool life — from a real curriculum budget and funded tutoring services, to educational therapies, technology allocations, and the growing visibility of the homeschool community across Texas. With $2,000 per child available, self-funding homeschool education just got a powerful new ally.Crystal and Anthony also explore what public investment in homeschooling enables over time, what questions families should be asking now, and exactly what to do after this episode to make the most of this historic moment.🎧 This is the episode that connects the program details to the bigger picture — and to what it means for your family on Monday morning.In This Episode, You'll Discover:Why Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) represent a philosophical shift in how Texas funds education — and why it matters for every homeschool familyThe 5 concrete changes TEFA brings to your daily homeschool life starting in 2026–2027How $2,000 per child can cover curriculum, tutoring, therapies, and technology — finally giving families real homeschool curriculum savingsWhat the future of homeschooling in Texas looks like as TEFA grows and evolvesHow to participate intentionally and help shape what year five of this program looks likeYour action steps: exactly what every Texas homeschool family should do after listeningPerfect for You If:You want to understand what TEFA actually changes for your family beyond the headlinesYou're exploring homeschool funding strategies for the first timeYou've been homeschooling for years and want to know if TEFA aligns with your values and goalsYou care about the long-term future of homeschooling in TexasStart making the most of this historic moment in Texas homeschool funding. Tune in now!

You got the notification — your Texas Education Freedom Account (TEFA) has been approved. Now the real work begins.Getting approved is step one. Managing your Texas Education Freedom Accounts funding wisely — spending on the right things, staying compliant, and protecting your account year after year — that's what separates families who maximize every dollar from the ones who leave money on the table.In this episode, Crystal and Anthony Oby break down exactly how TEFA funding is distributed across three rounds, how the Odyssey platform works, what expenses are approved (and which ones will get you in trouble), and the six non-negotiable rules for keeping your Texas Education Freedom Accounts in good standing.🎧 Listen to discover how to turn your approval into a full year of strategic, protected educational spending.👉 Take the full FREE Class: FREE INTRO CLASS: Get $30,000+/Yr to Fund Your Homeschool Without a 9-5 JobIn This Episode, You'll Discover:How and when TEFA funding hits your Odyssey account (3 distribution rounds)The 5 approved spending categories — and common mistakes families makeWhat you absolutely CANNOT spend TEFA money on (including family members)The technology spending cap and how to plan around it6 rules to keep your account active, compliant, and protectedHow families with disability funding can strategically allocate up to $30,000Why staying in good standing means you never have to enter the lottery againPerfect for you if:You've been approved for TEFA and aren't sure what to do nextYou want to spend every dollar correctly without risking your accountYou have a child with a disability and want to maximize your higher fundingYou're a homeschool family looking for a clear, stress-free account management strategySHOW NOTES & LINKSProgram website & School Finder: educationfreedom.texas.govApplication & account platform (Odyssey): support.withodyssey.comOdyssey phone support: 737-379-2362Odyssey email support: [email protected] School District Locator: tea.texas.gov/texas-schools/general-information/school-district-locatorParent school selection deadline: June 1, 2026 (initial) / July 15, 2026 (final)School enrollment confirmation deadline: June 15, 2026 (initial) / July 31, 2026 (final)First funding distribution: July 1, 2026TEFA Media Contact: Travis Pillow — [email protected] | (407) 376-3105

You got your Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) funding — now comes the part that can make or break it: choosing the right school.In this episode of the Homeschool Money Podcast, Crystal and Anthony Obey walk Texas families through exactly how to find TEFA-participating schools, what questions to ask before you commit, and how to make sure your enrollment is confirmed so your funding actually flows on time.This is Part 4 of our TEFA Series. Go back and listen to Episodes 1–3 for the full program overview, application walkthrough, and disability funding deep dive.In This Episode, You'll Learn:How to use the official TEFA School Finder and what to do if your preferred school isn't listed yetThe difference between "accredited" and "registered" — and why it matters for your $10,474The four key questions every family must ask before choosing a schoolWhat happens when tuition is more (or less) than your TEFA amountThe enrollment deadlines inside the Odyssey platform you absolutely cannot missPro tips for smart school selection before April lottery results arriveThis is the homeschool funding opportunity Texas families have been waiting for. But the best schools fill up fast. Start your school search now.👉 FREE Class: FREE INTRO CLASS: Get $30,000+/Yr to Fund Your Homeschool Without a 9-5 JobSHOW NOTES & LINKSProgram website & School Finder: educationfreedom.texas.govApplication & account platform (Odyssey): support.withodyssey.comOdyssey phone support: 737-379-2362Odyssey email support: [email protected] School District Locator: tea.texas.gov/texas-schools/general-information/school-district-locatorParent school selection deadline: June 1, 2026 (initial) / July 15, 2026 (final)School enrollment confirmation deadline: June 15, 2026 (initial) / July 31, 2026 (final)First funding distribution: July 1, 2026TEFA Media Contact: Travis Pillow — [email protected] | (407) 376-3105

If you have a child with a disability in Texas, this could be the most important 20 minutes you spend this month.Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) offers most families one funding amount — but families with children with disabilities could qualify for something significantly higher. The difference comes down to a few specific steps, one hard deadline, and one decision most homeschooling parents get completely wrong.In Part 3 of the TEFA series, Crystal and Anthony Obey go deep on disability funding so you walk away knowing exactly what to do next.🎧 Listen now. The deadline waits for no one.👉 educationfreedom.texas.govIn This Episode, You'll Discover:The 14 qualifying disability categories — and why many parents are shocked their child's diagnosis is on the listThe critical difference between two funding paths for children with disabilities — and why mixing them up costs families thousandsWhat homeschool and private school families must do that public school families don't — and how little time you have to do itThe one document that unlocks maximum funding — and the deadline with zero exceptionsFour real-life family scenarios with exact action steps for eachA counterintuitive application choice that makes the biggest financial difference for special needs familiesAn important legal trade-off every family must understand before decidingPerfect for You If:Your child has ADHD, dyslexia, autism, a speech delay, or any other learning differenceYou've assumed the bigger funding amounts weren't available to your familyYou want every dollar of homeschool funding your child actually qualifies forImportant Resources:👉 Apply Now: educationfreedom.texas.gov👉 Apply Now & Get Full Details: educationfreedom.texas.gov📞 Odyssey Support Line: 737-379-2362🌐 Odyssey Support Site: support.withodyssey.comApplication Deadline: March 17, 2026 | Funding Start: July 1, 2026

Are you a Texas homeschooling parent leaving thousands of dollars in free education funding on the table?The Texas Education Freedom Account (TEFA) is the largest first-year school choice program in American history — with $1 billion set aside for Texas families — and most homeschooling parents have no idea how to maximize every dollar available to them.In this episode, Crystal and Anthony Obey break down exactly how TEFA works, who qualifies, and the critical moves that separate families who get the most from this program from those who miss out entirely. Applications close March 17th — and the decisions you make right now will determine how much homeschool funding lands in your family's account.🎧 Listen now so you don't leave money on the table.👉 Apply Now: educationfreedom.texas.govIn This Episode, You'll Discover:What the Texas Education Freedom Account (TEFA) actually is — and why it's unlike any education program you've seen beforeThe funding amount your family may qualify for — and why it might be much higher than you thinkThe single most important application strategy most homeschooling parents don't know about — and what skipping it could cost youA little-known sibling rule that could change the entire outcome for your household with just one lucky breakA counterintuitive application choice most homeschool families get completely wrong — and why the "obvious" selection could quietly cost you thousandsA special funding tier many families don't know they qualify for — with a hard deadline that cannot be undoneSix pro tips that separate families who maximize this program from those who walk away with far less than they could have receivedPerfect for You If:You're a Texas homeschooling family looking to reduce out-of-pocket education costsYou have a child with special needs requiring expensive therapies or specialized curriculumYou're tired of feeling like elite-level education funding is out of reach for your familyTexas just made $1 billion available for families to choose how their children learn. Don't let the March 17th deadline pass without understanding exactly how the Texas Education Freedom Account (TEFA) can transform your family's financial picture.👉 Apply Now: educationfreedom.texas.gov👉 Apply Now & Get Full Details: educationfreedom.texas.gov📞 Odyssey Support Line: 737-379-2362🌐 Odyssey Support Site: support.withodyssey.comApplication Deadline: March 17, 2026 | Funding Start: July 1, 2026If you know a Texas homeschooling parent who needs to hear this, share this episode right now. You could literally change their family's financial future.

Are you a Texas homeschooling parent working to cover curriculum costs, tutoring, and educational therapies? With Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) you could receive up to $10,474 per child - or even $30,000 for children with special needs - directly from the state of Texas. This is breakthrough homeschool funding for parents living in Texas.In this episode, Crystal and Anthony Obey break down everything you need to know about the Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) program - the largest first-year school choice program in American history.With $1 billion allocated and applications closing March 17th, you have just 41 days to apply for this potentially life-changing funding.Learn exactly how TEFA works, who qualifies, how much money you can receive, and the complete step-by-step application process so you can make an informed decision about whether this program is right for your homeschooling family.🎧 Listen to discover how Texas families can access thousands of dollars in education scholarships while maintaining complete homeschool freedom.👉 Get the Application Checklist: educationfreedom.texas.govIn This Episode, You'll Discover:What Texas Education Freedom Accounts actually are and how they differ from traditional vouchersThe exact funding amounts available: $10,474 for private school students, up to $30,000 for students with IEPs, and $2,000 for homeschool familiesComplete eligibility requirements - who can apply and who qualifies for priority fundingHow the four-tier lottery system works and what happens if applications exceed available fundingThe sibling benefit that automatically accepts all eligible siblings if one child is selectedWhat approved educational expenses you can purchase with TEFA funds - from curriculum to tutoring to therapy servicesStep-by-step application instructions including every document you need to gather before you startCritical deadlines you cannot miss, from the March 17th application deadline to summer enrollment datesSpecial considerations for families with children who have IEPs or disabilities, and much morePerfect for you if:You're a Texas homeschooling family looking to reduce educational expensesYou have a child with special needs who requires expensive therapies or specialized servicesYou're paying private school tuition and want help covering costsGet the facts about Texas Education Freedom Accounts (TEFA) and decide if this $10,474+ opportunity is right for your family. Applications close March 17th - tune in now!ADDITIONAL RESOURCES:Official TEFA Website: educationfreedom.texas.govOdyssey Support: support.withodyssey.com | 737-379-2362Application Deadline: March 17, 2026, 11:59 PM CTFunding Start Date: July 1, 2026

Have you ever wondered what it takes to build a podcast specifically for work-from-home homeschool families while actually homeschooling and running a business?In this special milestone episode, Crystal and Anthony Oby take you behind the scenes of Homeschool Money as they celebrate 20 episodes.Discover what's been working, the challenges they've faced, and exciting developments coming to the show—including plans for video podcasting, an upcoming member community, and a roster of inspiring guests ready to share their homeschool income strategies.🎧 Listen to discover the real story behind creating resources that serve busy homeschool parents who need flexible income solutions.👉 Take the full FREE Class: FREE INTRO CLASS: Get $30,000+/Yr to Fund Your Homeschool Without a 9-5 JobFREE INTRO CLASS: Get $30,000+/Yr to Fund Your Homeschool Without a 9-5 Job In This Episode, You'll Discover:Growth metrics and surprising listener trends (including who's listening at 3 AM!)Why Anthony's origin story episode continues to be the most-listened-to contentThe biggest challenge in co-hosting a podcast as busy homeschool parentsExciting plans to transition to video podcasting and what that means for viewersA sneak peek at the upcoming Homeschool Money member community launching soonInsights from speaking at Pod Fest in Orlando and meeting homeschoolers nationwideA year's worth of guest interviews already lined up with business owners and homeschool familiesHow their own homeschool journey continues to shape the content they createPerfect for you if:You've been following Homeschool Money and want to know what's coming nextYou're curious about the realities of podcasting while homeschoolingYou want to join a community of like-minded homeschool entrepreneursYou're looking for accountability and support in building flexible income streamsYou appreciate transparency from content creators who are living the lifestyle they teachYou're ready to be part of a movement toward self-funded homeschool lifestylesJoin Crystal and Anthony as they celebrate this milestone and share their vision for empowering 100 episodes' worth of homeschool families. This is more than a podcast—it's a movement, and they want you in it!👉 Take the full FREE Class: FREE INTRO CLASS: Get $30,000+/Yr to Fund Your Homeschool Without a 9-5 JobFREE INTRO CLASS: Get $30,000+/Yr to Fund Your Homeschool Without a 9-5 Job

Are you a work from home homeschool parent who believes you have to sacrifice your homeschool lifestyle to build a successful business?In this episode, Crystal and Anthony Obey introduce the fourth in their Abundance Affirmation Series: "I Am a Flexible Entrepreneur" — a wealth affirmation designed to help homeschooling families create income streams that adapt to their unique rhythms and priorities.Learn the complete Flexible Entrepreneur Affirmation and how to use it to build multiple streams of income that work WITH your homeschool lifestyle — not against it — so you can be fully present for those unexpected teachable moments, sick days, and spontaneous field trips.🎧 Listen to discover how embracing flexibility can unlock financial freedom without rigidity or burnout.👉 Take the full FREE Class: FREE INTRO CLASS: Get $30,000+/Yr to Fund Your Homeschool Without a 9-5 JobFREE INTRO CLASS: Get $30,000+/Yr to Fund Your Homeschool Without a 9-5 Job In This Episode, You'll Discover:The complete Flexible Entrepreneur wealth affirmation (repeated so you can internalize it)Why flexibility is your greatest competitive advantage as a homeschooling entrepreneurHow to design income streams that bend around your family's schedule instead of breaking under pressureThe mindset shift that transforms unpredictability from a business liability into a strategic assetReal examples of flexible business models that thrive within a homeschool lifestyleHow to release the "hustle culture" mentality that's keeping you stuck and stressedPerfect for you if:You're tired of business advice that assumes you have predictable 8-hour workdaysYou want to build wealth without sacrificing the freedom homeschooling providesYou're ready to embrace your unique homeschool lifestyle as a strength, not a weaknessYou need income strategies designed FOR homeschoolers, not adapted FROM traditional modelsStart building a business that honors your homeschool lifestyle while creating financial abundance. Tune in now!👉 Take the full FREE Class: FREE INTRO CLASS: Get $30,000+/Yr to Fund Your Homeschool Without a 9-5 JobFREE INTRO CLASS: Get $30,000+/Yr to Fund Your Homeschool Without a 9-5 Job

Are you a homeschool parent who thinks you need expensive curriculum to give your kids an excellent education?In this episode, Crystal and Anthony Obey flip that assumption completely. Discover how to transform basic textbooks, budget workbooks, or even free online programs into rich, memorable, multisensory learning experiences — without breaking the bank.Learn five powerful strategies that bring any curriculum to life, from the moment your child sits down at the kitchen table to weeks of immersive exploration. Stop searching for the "perfect" curriculum and start making any curriculum extraordinary.👉 Take the full FREE Class: FREE INTRO CLASS: Get $30,000+/Yr to Fund Your Homeschool Without a 9-5 Job 🎧 Listen to discover how creativity matters more than cost when it comes to homeschool curriculum on a budget.In This Episode, You'll Discover:Five budget-friendly strategies to transform basic curriculum into unforgettable learning experiencesHow to use free or low-cost field trips that connect directly to your lessonsCreative ways to teach history, geography, science, and math through cookingThe underutilized resource that brings textbook concepts to life (hint: it's people in your community)Hands-on project ideas that deepen understanding without expensive suppliesHow dramatic reenactments cement learning using nothing but imaginationWhy the curriculum itself isn't the magic — you arePerfect for you if:You're working with a tight homeschool budget but want excellent resultsYou already have curriculum but feel like something's missingYou want your kids engaged and excited, not just completing worksheetsYou're ready to think beyond the textbook and create memorable learning momentsStop spending money on the next curriculum package. Start leveling up what you already have. Tune in now!👉 Take the full FREE Class: FREE INTRO CLASS: Get $30,000+/Yr to Fund Your Homeschool Without a 9-5 Job

Are you a homeschool parent who's ever said "we can't afford that" when your child discovers an exciting educational opportunity?In this episode, Crystal and Anthony Obey introduce the third affirmation in their Abundance Affirmation Series: "I Am an Educational Investment Magnet" — a powerful wealth affirmation designed to help homeschooling families eliminate financial barriers to their children's learning experiences.Discover why hesitating on educational investments due to money limits your child's potential, and how becoming a "magnet" for educational funding can open doors to experiences that shape their entire future.Crystal reveals her practical strategy for attracting educational resources through homeschool co-ops and community connections — from last-minute performance tickets to specialized classes organized by other parents. Learn how clarity about your educational goals naturally draws opportunities and resources to you, often at little to no cost.Explore the surprising truth about investing in your child's education now versus the long-term payoff — including stories of young adults running successful tutoring businesses because their parents invested early in their passions and skills.🎧 Listen to discover how one mindset shift can eliminate "we can't afford that" from your homeschool vocabulary forever.👉 Take the full FREE Class: Get $30,000+/Yr to Fund Your Homeschool Without a 9-5 JobFREE INTRO CLASS: Get $30,000+/Yr to Fund Your Homeschool Without a 9-5 Job In This Episode, You'll Discover:The complete Educational Investment Magnet affirmation (repeated throughout for memorization)Crystal's strategy for leveraging homeschool co-ops and parent networks to find free or low-cost opportunitiesHow to prioritize educational investments when you can't afford everythingThe biggest mental block: feeling guilty about spending on education when free options existWhy investing in quality education early creates financially successful young adultsPractical tips for making your homeschool budget stretch further through community connectionsPerfect for you if:You struggle with guilt around spending money on educational experiencesYou want to give your kids extraordinary learning opportunities, not mediocre onesYou're ready to attract abundant resources for field trips, curriculum, and enriching activitiesYou need a homeschool budget breakthrough that actually worksStop letting financial limitations dictate your children's educational journey. Start attracting the resources you need today!👉 Take the full FREE Class: Get $30,000+/Yr to Fund Your Homeschool Without a 9-5 JobFREE INTRO CLASS: Get $30,000+/Yr to Fund Your Homeschool Without a 9-5 Job

Are you a work from home homeschool parent struggling to balance earning income, educating your children, and maintaining your sanity?In this episode, Crystal and Anthony Obey reveal seven battle-tested strategies they use daily to reclaim nearly two extra hours in their day — time that transforms from chaos into opportunity for growing their business, deepening their homeschool experience, and actually enjoying life.Discover how to turn your eliminated commute into prime teaching or business-building time, why prepping the night before saves you from starting every morning in crisis mode, and how strategic break-stacking keeps your kids happy while your productivity soars.FREE INTRO CLASS: Get $30,000+/Yr to Fund Your Homeschool Without a 9-5 Job Crystal and Anthony share honest, practical wisdom straight from the trenches of working from home with five kids, including why letting your children sleep later isn't lazy — it's strategic, how Sunday planning sessions prevent weekly disasters, and the workspace boundaries that signal to everyone (including yourself) that your work matters.This isn't theory from someone who's never lived it. These are real-world strategies from parents who understand that you don't need more hours in the day — you need to reclaim the ones you're losing to inefficiency, poor boundaries, and systems designed for traditional workers, not work from home homeschool parents.In This Episode, You'll Discover:How to reclaim 10+ hours per week by strategically using your former commute timeThe 15-minute nighttime routine that eliminates morning chaos and saves 30-45 minutes dailyHow to make your work breaks serve double duty for productivity and family connectionWhy letting kids sleep later creates golden work hours and better learnersThe Sunday reset strategy that transforms reactive scrambling into proactive successHow to create workspace boundaries that actually work (even with young children)The tech support systems that prevent five-minute problems from becoming hour-long catastrophesPerfect for you if:You feel like you're juggling 12 full-time jobs and dropping all of themYou want to grow your income without sacrificing family timeYou're ready to stop conforming to schedules that don't serve your familyYou need practical strategies that actually work in real homeschool householdsFREE INTRO CLASS: Get $30,000+/Yr to Fund Your Homeschool Without a 9-5 Job Stop drowning in inefficiency. Start building the spacious, abundant life you're working so hard to create. These seven strategies will help you breathe, grow, and thrive as a work from home homeschool parent.

Are you a work from home homeschool parent who believes you have to choose between building wealth and being present for your children?In this episode, Crystal and Anthony Obey introduce the second affirmation in their Wealth Affirmation Series: "I Am a Time-Rich Wealth Builder" — a powerful mindset tool designed to help homeschooling families eliminate the false choice between financial success and family presence.Discover why your commitment to homeschooling isn't holding you back financially — it's actually the foundation for modeling intentional wealth-building to your children.Crystal and Anthony share a remarkable conversation between their own children that reveals the power of this affirmation in action: their daughter dreaming of owning a dance studio while raising a family, and their son naturally strategizing how to build both business success and be present as a parent. These weren't abstract concepts — they were real beliefs formed from watching their parents build wealth while homeschooling.Learn the complete Time-Rich Wealth Builder Affirmation and discover how your children are learning more about success from watching you create income with integrity than they ever could from any textbook.🎧 Listen to discover how to become more financially abundant while remaining the hands-on parent you choose to be.👉 Take the full FREE Class: Get $30,000+/Yr to Fund Your Homeschool Without a 9-5 JobFREE INTRO CLASS: Get $30,000+/Yr to Fund Your Homeschool Without a 9-5 Job In This Episode, You'll Discover:The complete Time-Rich Wealth Builder affirmation (repeated multiple times for memorization)Why guilt about pursuing wealth while homeschooling keeps you playing small when your kids need to see you playing bigHow different families structure their work-from-home homeschooling lives (from remote jobs to family businesses to traveling internationally)Why homeschooling is an intentional decision, not just a privilege that falls into your lapThe strategic mindset your children develop when they witness you building wealth with family values intactPerfect for you if:You're ready to stop choosing between being rich in time or rich in moneyYou want your income to grow as your children growYou're committed to modeling financial success and intentional living for your kidsYou refuse to sacrifice everything financially just to homeschoolYou want to build wealth while remaining the hands-on parent you choose to beBuild wealth while homeschooling without sacrificing family time. Your children are watching — show them what's possible!👉 Take the full FREE Class: Get $30,000+/Yr to Fund Your Homeschool Without a 9-5 JobFREE INTRO CLASS: Get $30,000+/Yr to Fund Your Homeschool Without a 9-5 Job

Are you a work from home homeschool parent living one equipment failure away from complete chaos? Does the thought of your laptop dying mid-client call while spelling tests sit ungraded make your stomach drop?In this episode, Crystal and Anthony Obey reveal 10 unexpected ways a homeschool family emergency fund protects the unique triple threat you're managing: your education system, your childcare, and your income source — all under one roof.Discover why traditional emergency fund advice doesn't cut it for homeschool families, and why you need 6 months of expenses (not just 3) when your classroom and office are the same space.FREE INTRO CLASS: Get $30,000+/Yr to Fund Your Homeschool Without a 9-5 Job Crystal and Anthony share real scenarios from their homeschooling journey: curriculum that completely bombs mid-year, co-ops that collapse unexpectedly, pregnancy exhaustion that derails everything, and that February flu that knocked their entire family off track for weeks.Learn how to financially prepare for the realities nobody talks about: the $500-$800 curriculum pivot when your second child learns completely differently than your first, the $2,000 dyslexia evaluation that unlocks crucial support services, and the last-minute NASA event tickets you can't pass up.This isn't about deprivation — it's about having the freedom to say "yes" when your 10-year-old discovers a passion for robotics, or travel to care for aging parents without educational panic.🎧 Listen to discover how one financial tool can prevent your homeschool work-from-home life from completely unraveling when (not if) life throws curveballs.In This Episode, You'll Discover:Why homeschool work-from-home families need 6 months of expenses (not the standard 3)The curriculum pivot fund: preparing for the inevitable $500-$800 mid-year switchHow to handle co-op collapses, equipment failures, and the sick parent scenarioThe truth about unexpected educational assessments ($500-$2,000 that insurance won't cover)Field trip opportunities that require immediate payment (and why margin matters)Home office emergencies that shut down three facilities at once: your home, office, AND classroomThe child's interest explosion fund (because passion costs money)Family emergency schooling flexibility: road schooling vs. pause-and-catch-up strategiesPerfect for you if:You're managing education, income, and childcare in one locationEquipment failures and curriculum changes keep you up at nightYou want to seize learning opportunities without financial panicYou're ready to protect your family's unique homeschool work-from-home lifestyleStop choosing between educational opportunities and financial stress. Build your homeschool family emergency fund and keep learning on track — no matter what life throws at you.

Are you a work from home homeschool parent who believes you have to choose between financial success and being present for your children's education?In this episode, Crystal and Anthony Obey introduce the first in their Abundance Affirmation Series: "I Am an Abundant Provider!" — a wealth affirmation designed to help homeschooling families break free from scarcity thinking and step into financial abundance.Discover why your dedication to homeschooling isn't a financial liability — it's your secret wealth-building superpower.Crystal shares three incredible real-life stories that happened when she committed to this wealth affirmation: unexpected money in the mailbox, a stranger paying for her entire grocery order, and winning valuable business software at a conference. These weren't coincidences — they were the result of opening herself up to receive abundance.Learn the complete Abundant Provider Affirmation and how to use it to attract multiple streams of income that flow effortlessly around your homeschooling schedule — without sacrificing time with your kids.🎧 Listen to discover how one simple mindset shift can transform your family's financial reality.👉 Take the full FREE Class:FREE INTRO CLASS: Get $30,000+/Yr to Fund Your Homeschool Without a 9-5 Job In This Episode, You'll Discover:The complete Abundant Provider wealth affirmation (repeated so you can memorize it)Crystal's three powerful abundance stories proving this mindset worksHow to reframe your parenting priorities as a financial asset, not a liabilityThe biggest mental block keeping work from home homeschool parents stuck in scarcityPractical ways to apply this affirmation to your daily life starting todayPerfect for you if:You're tired of choosing between income and presence with your kidsYou want multiple streams of income that honor your family's scheduleYou're ready to believe homeschooling and financial abundance can coexistStart attracting financial freedom while homeschooling your kids. Tune in now!👉 Take the full FREE Class:FREE INTRO CLASS: Get $30,000+/Yr to Fund Your Homeschool Without a 9-5 Job

Are you searching for a simple yet powerful way to slow down, reconnect as a family, and detach from all the stressors of your ridiculously busy homeschooling and work life? In this episode, Crystal and Anthony Obey share how their family are celebrating their 300th consecutive Sabbath day — 24 hours every week of complete rest, connection, and celebration — and the surprising results that transformed their health (from a near-death experience!), relationships, and family rhythm.Discover what inspired their first Sabbath, how they balanced it with homeschooling five kids and running a business, and the life-changing lessons they learned along the way. From lowering stress and blood pressure to deepening their kids’ sense of identity and peace, their Sabbath Practice became the heartbeat of their home.Crystal and Anthony pull back the curtain to show you exactly how they made it work - what Fridays and Saturdays look like, how they set boundaries, and how it built a culture of joy and restoration in their home. Whether you’re exhausted, overwhelmed, or just longing for more family connection, this episode will show you a path to peace that works in real life.🎧 Listen to hear how one small decision - honoring 24 hours of rest - led to a stronger marriage, healthier family, and a legacy of faith that continues to grow.👉 Register and watch the FREE CLASS: “Get $30,000 a Year to FUND Your Homeschool Without a 9-5 Job”FREE INTRO CLASS: Get $30,000+/Yr to Fund Your Homeschool Without a 9-5 Job In This Episode, You’ll Discover:How one grandmother’s simple advice changed everythingWhy the Obey family decided to rest for 24 hours every week—and never looked backWhat their Sabbath Practice looks like (candles, music, meals, and no screens!)The physical, emotional, and spiritual benefits they experienced after just a few monthsHow saying “no” created more time for what matters mostSimple steps to start your own Sabbath practice—even with a full schedulePerfect for you if:You’re a homeschooling parent feeling stretched thin and craving restYou want to reconnect with your family and faith without losing productivityYou’re ready to create a rhythm of peace, joy, and restoration in your homeDon’t let busyness steal your joy. Tune in now to learn how to make rest a spiritual practice that restores your health, home, and heart.FREE INTRO CLASS: Get $30,000+/Yr to Fund Your Homeschool Without a 9-5 Job

Want to know what really happens behind the scenes as a couple builds a podcast from zero to 100 episodes—while homeschooling five kids, running businesses, and inspiring families to fund their freedom lifestyle?In this special “Making Of” episode, Crystal and Anthony Obey pull back the curtain and invite you to join their personal journey as they build the Homeschool Money podcast step by step. You’ll hear the real-life highs, lows, laughs, and lessons learned from producing the first 10 episodes—complete with birthday cake breaks, air-conditioning breakdowns, toddler interruptions, and family teamwork that makes every episode possible.FREE INTRO CLASS: Get $30,000+/Yr to Fund Your Homeschool Without a 9-5 Job Crystal and Anthony share how this show has become a true family affair, how their kids have helped choose music and record the outro, and what it’s teaching them about building something meaningful together. You’ll also hear the top three most popular episodes so far, what surprised them most about their audience, and the powerful reminder that every big goal is built one faithful step at a time.Whether you’re a homeschooling parent, entrepreneur, or creative dreaming of starting your own podcast or movement, this candid behind-the-scenes look will inspire you to keep going—even when life gets messy. Because the journey matters just as much as the destination.🎧 In This Episode, You’ll Discover:What it’s really like to build a podcast as a married couple and homeschooling familyThe top 3 most-listened-to episodes (and why they resonated most)Funny and heartfelt behind-the-scenes moments from their first 10 episodesLessons learned about family, faith, and building something that lastsHow you can become part of the journey to 100 episodesFREE INTRO CLASS: Get $30,000+/Yr to Fund Your Homeschool Without a 9-5 Job 📩 Take Action:Have a question or topic you want covered in a future episode? Visit HomeschoolMoney.com to share your ideas, leave a review, and help us grow this movement to help more families fund their homeschool dreams.

Are you struggling to make a daily money affirmations routine stick in your already busy life? In this episode, Crystal and Anthony Obey share 8 powerful ways to build a daily money affirmations routine that finally sticks—and transforms how you think about money, homeschooling, and your future.You’ll learn how to choose the right time and place, use empowering present-tense language, engage multiple senses, make affirmations visible, combine them with visualization and gratitude, and align them with real financial actions. Plus, Crystal and Anthony reveal practical tips for staying consistent and overcoming doubt—so you can keep moving forward even when life gets hectic.Crystal and Anthony Obey, veteran homeschooling parents of five and successful entrepreneurs, explain how these strategies can rewire your mindset, reduce financial stress, and give you the confidence to create a homeschool lifestyle filled with freedom and abundance.🎧 Register and watch the FREE CLASS: “Get $30,000 a Year to FUND Your Homeschool Without a 9-5 Job” 👉 FREE INTRO CLASS: Get $30,000+/Yr to Fund Your Homeschool Without a 9-5 Job In This Episode, You’ll Discover:Why your affirmations are most powerful at specific times of dayHow to use language that your brain actually believesThe secret to engaging all your senses for maximum impactHow to make your affirmations visible in your home, journal, or even on your phoneWhy combining affirmations with gratitude and financial action creates momentumThe importance of consistency (and how to build it into your life)How to adapt affirmations to overcome doubt and avoid imposter syndromeWhy your #1 battlefield is your mindset—not the economy, the government, or your bossPerfect for you if:You want to build a consistent daily money affirmations routine that feels naturalYou’re a homeschooling parent looking to shift your money mindset and attract abundanceYou’re ready to transform your finances and homeschool lifestyle from the inside outDon’t let another day pass without mastering this powerful tool. Tune in now to learn how to build a daily money affirmations routine that actually sticks and changes your family’s future.👉 Take Action: FREE INTRO CLASS: Get $30,000+/Yr to Fund Your Homeschool Without a 9-5 Job

Are you searching for the best ways to shift your money beliefs and finally start attracting abundance into your life?In this episode, Anthony and Crystal Obey break down 6 transformative ways Money Mindset Affirmations actually change your life - from reducing financial stress to opening new doors of opportunity.You’ll learn how positive affirmations rewire your brain, reshape your relationship with money, and empower you to take action that leads to lasting financial freedom.👉 FREE INTRO CLASS: Get $30,000+/Yr to Fund Your Homeschool Without a 9-5 Job In This Episode, You’ll Discover:The 6 proven benefits of Money Mindset Affirmations backed by science and real-life resultsHow daily affirmations reduce money anxiety and increase financial confidenceWhy your thoughts and spoken words directly shape your income potentialThe difference between vague affirmations and specific, actionable onesHow to build a routine that makes affirmations stick and actually workEncouragement to start - even if affirmations feel awkward at firstPerfect for you if:You’ve struggled with limiting money beliefs or negative self-talkYou want to create a healthier, more confident relationship with moneyYou’re ready to use simple, daily practices that transform your financial futureDon’t let old beliefs hold you back. Tune in now to discover how Money Mindset Affirmations can help you change your inner story and unlock abundance.Take ActionDownload your free guide today:👉 FREE INTRO CLASS: Get $30,000+/Yr to Fund Your Homeschool Without a 9-5 Job