Clark Howard's Tips

How to reconcile today's gas prices

Sept. 2, 2005

Of all things we spend money on, people feel that gasoline is the most annoying and expensive these days.

But would you believe that bottled water costs more than gas per gallon?

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We think nothing of throwing away our hard-earned money on overpriced bottled water.

If you are unhappy about what you're paying for gas, think about all the other purchases you make.

The price of gas is taking a bite out of our wallets, no question.

But it's something we need.

There are other things you can give up in order to help balance your budget. Bottled water and cigarettes are two very unnecessary things.

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