Financial advice I can give you is to sell your car
4 hours ago
- #financial wellness
- #urbanism
- #car-free living
- The article advocates for a car-free lifestyle, arguing that cars are a major financial burden, with average annual costs of $11,577 per vehicle, and contribute to social isolation, health issues, and environmental harm.
- Walkable neighborhoods with good transit are presented as a solution, offering financial savings by eliminating car expenses, improving mental and physical health through active travel, and fostering community connections.
- The author shares personal experience of living without a car in New York City, highlighting increased happiness from spending on experiences rather than car-related costs, and suggests practical steps like using e-bikes or public transit to reduce car dependency.