What we should do, however, is take this is an opportunity to take the things we love to do and figure out creative ways to do them for less. One of my favorite pastimes that I have no intention of letting go of is throwing dinner parties for friends. I’ve been doing it for years and I plan to keep doing it.

Posted by Jessica on July 28th, 2010 in Ways to Save (View Comments)

It’s that time of the year, time to pull out the camping gear and take the kids to the great outdoors. But as I’m sure you all know, things don’t always go as planned. But this time around, you can be readier than ever with this 73 piece road assistance kit.

Posted by James on July 27th, 2010 in Gift Ideas (View Comments)

Were you aware that your supermarket has sneaky ploys to get you to spend more money each time you visit? This may come as a surprise to you, but pretty much every store does this, and you might be falling victim to their ploys.

Posted by azadine0 on July 26th, 2010 in Ways to Save (View Comments)

There’s no denying that scary things exist. The Great Depression happened. So have wars, and large-scale credit issue, unforeseen recessions, identity thefts – yes, they happen. But as is the case with any other fear, the key to carrying on a happy existence is to not let the frightening what-ifs prohibit you.

Posted by Jessica on July 23rd, 2010 in Ways to Save (View Comments)

Have you got the creeps? Marv does. Specifically, the CHIRSTMAS CREEPS! Yes, it’s that time of year again. Actually, like every year, it’s even EARLIER this year – again – when Marv gets a chance to report on businesses going rogue and putting out their holiday displays early. Real early.

Posted by MarvPratt on July 22nd, 2010 in GauchoTV (View Comments)

A few years ago, it seemed like anyone could sashay into a bank and get instant approval for a home loan. Such is not the case anymore; according to the latest annual statistics from the Mortgage Bankers Association, only 55% of loan applications are being accepted these days.

Posted by Jessica on July 21st, 2010 in Ways to Save (View Comments)

That’s right, my friends. For those of you who failed that kindergarten arts and crafts class, this handy solution is for you. This wicked pair of scissors allows you to keep a straight line when you’re cutting.

Posted by James on July 20th, 2010 in Gift Ideas (View Comments)

It’s pretty clear at this point that we are living in a comfort culture, where emphasis is placed on the fast and easy, as opposed to the whole and healthy. And that’s a shame. We’re the richest, fattest, least healthy country in the world.

Posted by Jessica on July 16th, 2010 in Ways to Save (View Comments)

You know that feeling you get when you see a strange new product advertised on TV and you think, “Who would buy this?!?” Well, Marv gets that feeling all the time. Putting together episodes of GauchoTV gives him the opportunity to run across all kinds of weird items.

Posted by MarvPratt on July 15th, 2010 in GauchoTV, Product Reviews (View Comments)

Insurance: it’s a huge industry, with thousands (or more) of jobs and billions of dollars involved – and an ever-changing tide of rules, regulations, and trends. Because of this, there is a great deal of misinformation and wrong assumptions about the various forms of insurance and their applications in your life.

Posted by Jessica on July 14th, 2010 in Ways to Save (View Comments)