Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 1, 2014

We started by categorizing our bills and spending into groups, such as housing and transportation. We then looked at how much each item in that group cost us; gas, property and car insurance, maintenance, etc. Other than housing, our biggest budget buster is transportation. 187/month car insurance. 130/month gas for car.

Transportation 167

Transportation Fuel Economy Insurance Public Transit 167

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 29, 2013

As you think about your commute, consider the following items: Transportation Costs. The most obvious consideration when it comes to the cost of your commute is the cost of the transportation itself. If you drive your own car, you probably have to pay for gas. If you take public transit , you might need to pay for a pass.

Insurance 220

Insurance Transportation Public Transit Cars 220

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 27, 2012

Transportation. The challenge that I, along with most people, face is the amount of effort involved in car-pooling and the challenges that come with that. Buying an electric car, carpooling or even taking public transit all reduce your overall transportation costs 1/2 to 2/3.

Finance 187

Finance Green Transportation Public Transit 187

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 27, 2014

Pay a little extra for a hotel closer to a downtown area and public transit? I won’t have to drive so much; maybe I won’t even have to get a rental car. I’ll pay a convenience fee to buy movie tickets and concert tickets online so that I don’t have to stand in a line at a ticket booth. Sure thing!

Public Transit 215

Public Transit Money Tickets Consumerism 215