One of the first things people ask us when they find out we’re traveling the world with our kids isn’t “how?” or “where?” — it’s:

“But… how do you afford it?”

Totally fair question.

Because truthfully? This life didn’t fall into our laps.
We built it — piece by piece, dollar by dollar, decision by decision.

In this post, I’ll break down exactly how we’re funding our worldschooling lifestyle, what our income streams look like, and how you can start creating freedom too — even if you’re starting from scratch.

💡 First, We Got Clear On Our “Enough”

You don’t need six figures to worldschool.

What you do need is clarity:

• How much do you really need each month to feel secure?
• What expenses can you ditch?
• Where is your money actually going?

For us, realizing that we didn’t need a big house, new clothes, or constant Amazon packages was the first step to freedom. We wanted time and experiences, not things.

💸 Our Income Streams (Real Talk)

Right now, we’re funding our travels through a mix of passive income, remote work, and digital products:

1. Real Estate Income

We rent out our home as a furnished mid-term rental while we travel, and we have an additional long term rental. This brings in consistent monthly income without needing to Airbnb every weekend.

✅ Pro tip: Use sites like Furnished Finder, Zillow, or even direct networking in Facebook groups for traveling professionals.

2. Digital Products

We sell:

• A $27 Digital Nomad Ebook
• An $11 Remote Work Spreadsheet
• A comprehensive branding course with affiliate commissions

These products live on autopilot and bring in income while we sleep (or explore a market in Oaxaca).

3. Affiliate Marketing

We earn a commission when people buy tools, resources, or courses we genuinely love and use — like our worldschool planner, booking platforms, or tools to build online income.

✅ Example: We’re affiliates for travel gear, booking platforms, and digital education tools.

4. Content Creation

We’re building our travel blog and YouTube channel, which will become income streams through:

• Ad revenue
• Sponsored content
• Brand deals
• UGC packages

(Yes, it takes time — but it pays off long-term.)

🧠 Other Income Ideas for Worldschooling Families

Even if you’re not in real estate or the online biz world, you have options. Some of our worldschooling friends make money by:

• Teaching English online
• Freelancing (writing, design, virtual assistance)
• Coaching or consulting
• Selling printables, ebooks, or travel guides
• Working remotely for companies (yes, even part-time!)

🧳 Travel Costs: It’s Probably Cheaper Than You Think

One of the biggest myths is that full-time travel is wildly expensive.

But when you’re not paying for:

• A big mortgage
• School fees
• Gas, utilities, and commuting
• Target runs you don’t remember making…

You realize that life abroad — especially in places like Mexico, Portugal, or Southeast Asia — is often cheaper than life at home.

🧾 Our current budget? We’re aiming for ~$3,000/month for our family of four — and that includes lodging, food, travel, and fun.

✨ Final Thoughts

We didn’t win the lottery.
We didn’t get handed a trust fund.

We just got really clear on what we wanted — and built a life that supports it.

If you’ve ever looked at worldschooling families and thought, “I could never afford that” — I’m here to tell you: you can.

It starts small.
One income stream.
One mindset shift.
One step toward freedom.

🎁 Want to Start Building Your Freedom Plan?

Grab our FREE Worldschooling Starter Guide — packed with practical steps, budgeting tips, mindset shifts, and everything you need to take action.

👉 Download it now and start building your version of “enough.”