Golf Expenses

So you couldn't resist those top-of-the-line irons? And then decided they belong only on your town's most exclusive golf course and spent $200 on a single round of golf? And once you arrived at the green, you realized you may as well rent a nice little golf cart?

Many golfers learn how expensive this hobby can be soon after they pick it up. The game has gained much popularity lately among high school students, who often have to save up in order just to keep playing.

Luckily, there are ways to save money when working on your golf skills. There are affordable clubs out there. Beginners often choose to start with second-hand clubs, which can be found at garage sales, in classified ads, or even online. Also, there are courses owned by municipalities and daily-fee courses run by private companies. You can always move up in quality and prestige, but it's worth it to plan your expenses wisely, because unless you're really serious about golf, it just might not be worth a second mortgage, a high-interest loan, or hefty credit card debt.