We Don’t Have It So Bad

96 pence the sign read. Sounds cheap enough for gas, doesn’t it? But do the math!

Here I am in jolly old England visiting family. On the drive from Gatwick airport to the family home I’d been thinking to myself that at least our falling dollar had afforded me a good deal on a rental car. And my initial reaction to the 96 pence sign was that gas prices were pretty reasonable, too. But, as I said…. do the math.

That 96p was for just one liter and that translates into $5.75 a gallon.

For years the Brits have been paying much higher prices (and taxes) than us for lots of commodities. Yet (for the most part) they still manage to live well. Makes you think – it’s all a matter of spending wisely, which is what this blog is all about.

I’ll be in the UK for another 10 days and will be on the watch for any smart ways that people are saving money over here. So check back for updates.