How to Money Friday Flight - Jump at the Pump, Lessening Leverage, & Tapping Too Soon #1110
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Mar 6, 2026 Quick takes on a sudden gas price spike tied to global oil risks. A look at the most fuel-efficient and cheapest new cars and total cost tradeoffs. Why remote roles are harder to land and job-hopping pay boosts have faded. Rising 401k hardship withdrawals and the pros and cons of tapping home equity. Trends in small business 401k access, pricey performance apparel, and budget Apple laptops.
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Why Global Tension Sends Local Gas Prices Soaring
- Gas prices jumped rapidly after U.S. military operations and Iran's Strait of Hormuz disruptions, spiking local pump prices by 25–80 cents per gallon.
- Joel and Matt explain global oil markets, fear-driven station repricing, and panic buying as drivers of quick local increases.
Compare Total Cost Not Just MPG
- Consider total cost of ownership when choosing vehicles, not just sticker price or MPG, including insurance, reliability, and resale.
- Joel suggests used EVs (like Nissan Leaf) or hybrids can save real money depending on your driving patterns.
Remote Jobs Are Much Harder To Land
- Remote roles are now roughly four times harder to get than in-office or hybrid roles, especially at large companies.
- Matt and Joel note a callback-to-office trend; smaller firms are likelier to offer remote work.