Thursday, July 16, 2009

FREE Charm City Circulator Could Help You Save Money

By: Alicia Schuller, Marketing Coordinator, NHS of Baltimore

If you haven’t heard yet, Baltimore city is set to launch a brand new bus system in August, equipped with a fleet of Eco friendly buses that will accent the public rail and bus system already offered by the city. It's the Charm City Circulator and IT’S FREE!

Regardless if you live, work, play or attend school in the city, use of this free service could help you save money, even in this tough economy. The Circulator’s three routes and 18 buses will make it cheaper and more convenient for you to reach your destination by offering access to Mount Vernon, Hollins Market, Fells Point, Middle East, and the downtown/ inner harbor area. Furthermore, it will directly connect you with several light rail, subway and bus stops as well as the water taxi.

By taking the Circulator instead of driving, the potential money you could save may be astounding. According to a poll conducted in 2007 by Daily Fuel Economy Tip.com, the average American family spends between one and two hundred dollars on gasoline each month, totaling between $1,200 and $2,400 a year. Imagine the money you could save if you cut your gasoline consumption by just half. That's a nice start for a down payment on a home. Additionally, by using the Circulator to get to work or nighttime entertainment, you can avoid the cost of lofty parking and ticket fees, further saving you money.

If you are a first time homebuyer in this market, you have a lot of options and programs available to you right now. However, you still need to be able to save money for your down payment, which is becoming increasingly difficult with the rise of unemployment, as well as the rising cost of services and goods. The Circulator is one option that may help you save- so look into it! Checkout the route map here.