Quick Post! We just got our AAA magazine with fuel saving tips. If you’re a member of AAA, you can use the fuel finder option on the site and see which station has the cheapest...
Walking: If you live close to campus and work, this is the cheapest option. It is also a healthy option, as walking can help you shape up. Make sure you use good shoes for your walks. Bicycle: This seemed to be a popular option for the students that lived on campus...
Over where we live (North Carolina) regular gasoline is $4.04/gallon. Keeping a gasoline spreadsheet can help you keep an eye on your gas budget. If you use Google Docs for your spreadsheet, it’s free. If you’re worried about keeping constant track of...
Photo Credit: Pascal Vuylsteker We finally got our economic stimulus check yesterday! During my lunch break, I’m depositing into the bank. Once it clears, we’re sending the whole amount $1,200 toward paying down the car loan. I’m excited about it. My...
Photo Credit: kozumel If you live in an area with a good transportation system, be thankful. You’ve just saved some money. Owning, maintaining, and insuring a car can be expensive. Getting repairs done a car can add up very quickly. The average rate for labor is...
Photo Credit: Rojer My VW Jetta gets about 27 mpg overall, which is pretty good. With gasoline prices around $3.07/gallon in my area, I’m trying to lower my expenses as much as I can. I carpool when feasible, but with a round trip commute that takes 2+ gallons...