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Cutting Down on the Transportation Costs

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

We started by categorizing our bills and spending into groups, such as housing and transportation. We wanted to see where we were spending most of our money, and whether there is any opportunity for us to cut down on any of those bills as a result of the combination of our finances. How Much is Your Commute Costing You?

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Six Eco-friendly Ways to Save Money for You and Your Family

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Transportation. Heading into the summer, gas prices will continue to go up, so transportation alternatives can really help. Carpooling, public transportation, and biking are all terrific ways to cut down trips to the gas pump while decreasing your own personal carbon footprint left on the environment. Go Digital.

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How Downsizing to an Apartment Has Saved Us Money

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Our gas and electric bills have been smaller since we moved. This translates into lower bills each month, and you are even more sustainable. This has led to a smaller grocery bill, even though food costs more out here. The result has been that we have been able to support locally-grown food, on top of saving money on our bill.

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Cost of Living Calculator | City and Salary Comparison Tool

Savings Corner

The expenses that factor into cost of living can include housing affordability, transportation expenses, food prices and entertainment costs. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the largest bill consumers pay each month is for housing. According to the BLS, transportation is the second-largest expense consumers have.

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How Much is Your Commute Costing You?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

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. When you drive your own car, there are additional costs associated with transportation; it’s not just about what you pay for gas.

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Forget the Small Stuff; Save Money on Bigger Costs

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Rethink Your Transportation. Transportation costs often rank high on surveys of household spending. Using public transportation, or biking, can boost your health while at the same time reducing pollution. When you drive a lot, you spend money on gas, and you have to pay for maintenance on your car. Bank Your Savings.

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How to Save Money From Salary Without Sacrificing Your Lifestyle

Penny Pinchin' Mom

What about when your bills are simply pulling you under? Your bills are going to be there, and you can’t simply not save money because you have to pay bills. But think about how much you would be saving in terms of transport, drinks, food, entertainment, and the potential bail money should things get out of hand.