Submitted by Aeig t3_121x174 in personalfinance
My job was originally work-from-home, but now needs me to go in-person 3x per week. My current car has 240,000 miles and gets 22mpg on the highway (I get 0 traffic because my job is in the middle of nowhere)
With my current car I'd spend $8,300 on gas for my commute for the whole year. Buying the car I want would save me $2600 per year on gasoline. This is approximately the amount I'd pay per month on the car payment.
I like my job and my coworkers absolutely need me, but the commute is so far. I believe I can get a job that is only 80 miles round trip, but unfortunately I'd go 4.5x per week.
I have 3 years of work experience, if I get a new job it would be my 3rd position. I don't want to appear like a job hopper.
I also have a newborn & 1.5 year old at home, so I enjoy the 2 days I get to stay home with them.
Any advice ? Would y'all get a position nearby that was 5x per week in person ? Buy a new car ? Thanks
Edit: wow, went for a walk & came back to a ton of replies. I'll reply as much as I can !