Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 10, 2014

My family and I recently moved across the country. Public Transportation and Other Amenities. Finally, we are saving due to better public transit. My fuel bill is lower, since I don’t have to go as far to run errands (we live in an area where shopping is closer), and there is public transit, so that is also usable.

Money 195

Money Public Transit Repairs Bills 195

Saving Cents With Sense

MARCH 21, 2014

Before you leave home, research public transit options, museum or attraction prices and local things to do. Likewise, tourist cards that give discounts to multiple attractions or unlimited public transit for a set period can save you money over purchasing admission independently. Take Your Family Glamping.

Travel 94

Travel Public Transit Airline Hotel 94

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 29, 2013

If you take public transit , you might need to pay for a pass. A commute that is an hour each way, rather than 15 minutes each way, means that you spend 90 extra minutes on the road, instead of with your family. The most obvious consideration when it comes to the cost of your commute is the cost of the transportation itself.

Insurance 220

Insurance Transportation Public Transit Cars 220

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 1, 2014

Right now, it is not realistic for us to become a one car family. Both of our jobs require access to a car now and then, and I often must drive to communities which don’t have access to public transit for my work.

Transportation 167

Transportation Fuel Economy Insurance Public Transit 167

Family Balance Sheet

NOVEMBER 11, 2011

Sporting events are huge in our family. Furthermore, many public transit systems offer transportation to these venues. The games don't cost as much, they have community atmosphere, and are usually family friendly. The following is a guest post. We spend many dollars traveling to sporting events each year. Take the Bus.

Saving Money 138

Saving Money Sports Money Tickets 138

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JULY 12, 2012

So, not only do you reduce the pollution from driving an individual vehicle, taking public transit and/or riding your bike also provides you the chance to add a little more exercise to your life. During the summer and the fall, my family spends a lot less at the grocery store.

Health 213

Health Green Money Grow Your Own 213