A personal finance writer I follow at a major newspaper addressed the issue of rising gas prices this week:
Pity the two-vehicle family with a mortgage up for renewal this spring
Quote:
Between higher borrowing costs and surging gasoline prices, a typical family could easily expect to pay an extra $165 or more per month.
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Interest rates are a much bigger deal than gas prices, unless you drive a thirsty truck or SUV.
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