choclatee,

This is a basic case of economics. What this couple needs to decide is which decision benefits both of them more, saving or buying a new car. If the new car is going to be used to transport the husband to and from work and will help them better live day to day...it may be the smarter choice. If it just for showing off, it may make more sense to plan for the future.

In fact it may make sense to compromise, and save for a new car! Whatever the decision is, they need to make sure they are on the same page,

cochise

I agree that whatever be the decision it should tally with both.
I saw the same problem arise with a couple and they opted for a third option.They bought a new house,that way they were saving on income tax plus they could live comfortably without the fear of ever increasing rent amount to be paid every month.

I agree with foxxyy. They should save and buy new house instead if they haven't got one yet. But then again, they should talk some more on this and they should agree on what they will decide to buy.

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They should see if they really need that new car. If they do, then they should get one. If they can survive without a new car, maybe it will be better to save.

She should just tell her husband the importance of saving. If he convinces her that a new car is necessary and she sees his point then she can also agree to buy a new car.

They shoudl discuss whether a car is a priority at the moment. If not, then they should save for their future.

if that car is necessary for htem then its better to buy the car then saving if htey dont have anyother option

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