Would you pay more rent to reduce commute?

[davecc]

I would, but I'm lucky enough to live 2 blocks away from work

[bones72]

Ah small town living. I walk to work, walk home for lunch,etc.

[fe2o3ez]

Dont do it. I know it is tempting to live further out and that you would have lots of plans for the money. However, longer commutes get old and they get old in a HURRY.

The roommate is usually a good way to cut costs, but it doesn't sound like an option for you. I would move to the place that is a little less attractive (assuming it is safe) and set a goal for when you want to be out of debt and plan to move at that time.

I did this myself, a couple years ago, and it worked wonders. The little 500 sqft apt was pretty tiny, but when I really thought about it, i didn't need much more. Once I set my sights on a house and set some short and longer term goals on that, it became easier to tolerate.

Commutes dont work quite as well. I've seen several people in the past couple months leave our organization and move closer to their home, changing jobs and everything due to long commutes and volatile gas prices.

[Greer]

It all depends on the price of fuel, how fuel efficient (or non-efficient) your car is, how much more you would be paying in rent, and how much you value your time!

[Saving_spree]

Yes I would. It also helps me avoid the stress that comes out of traveling a distance.

[msi56]

I would but obviously only a small amount more.

[superdad1580]

personally I would not rent, owning a home is the best savings account you will ever have, but that's just my opinion.