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Sean Adkins
Lauren Boyer
Cathy Hirko
Stephanie Reighart
If you're looking for the latest news, commentary and money-saving tips from the business scene in York County, you've come to the right place. York Common Cents is the sounding board for the biz staff and those interested in money at the York Daily Record/ Sunday News.
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Category Archives: Coupons
Tax Day freebies and sales
It’s become very popular in recent years for marketers to use Tax Day as a promotional giveaway frenzy. What promotions have you seen lately?
Posted in Consumer issues, Coupons, Economic Outlook, Free Stuff, local business, Restaurants, Retail, Shopping, Social Media, Stephanie Reighart, Taxes
Tagged IRS, Tax Day 2013
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What your memories of Sears Portrait Studio?
My wife’s friend, Michelle, must have more than 100 binders filled with photos of her children. Once a month, she dresses her children in their best clothes and heads to Sears Portrait Studio to commemorate how much they’ve grown in … Continue reading
Posted in Consumer issues, Coupons, credit, Economic Outlook, local business, Retail, Sean Adkins, Your money
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Memorial Hospital or York Hospital? Some people play favorites. Others just want medical care.
At times, I’ll hear over the newsroom’s police scanner how ambulances are redirected because a patient chooses one hospital over another. In other words, even if it takes longer to get medical care, people are willing to wait..in the back … Continue reading
Posted in Consumer issues, Coupons, credit, Do it yourself, Health, payment, Sean Adkins, Small business, Social Media
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Could a minumum wage hike lead to higher prices and unemployment across York County?
York County natives appreciate a bargain, especially when it comes to food. More than a few times in my career at the York Daily Record/Sunday News, I’ve found myself speaking to residents lined up for a promotional free meal dished … Continue reading
How do you spend your holiday budget? Most of mine is earmarked for baby toys
How do you spend your holiday budget? Most of mine is earmarked for baby toys In May, my wife and I adopted our daughter, Emily. Before we became parents, we would start the holiday season by establishing a budget on … Continue reading
Will York County shoppers show up for midnight Black Friday deals?
Some people might not appreciate that some retailers, like The Bon-Ton Stores, will open at midnight on Black Friday. They might take exception to their loved ones rushing through Thanksgiving dinner so that they have enough time to secure a … Continue reading
I know how much your neighbors paid for their home
York Common Cents blogger Sean Adkins knows how much your neighbors paid for their home. Isn’t this information you should have?
Posted in Coupons, credit, Do it yourself, Real estate, Sean Adkins, Social Media, Taxes, Technology, Week in Biz, Your money
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Luxuries find little love in the housing market
When I built my house in 2005, the list of options provided by my builder included double-hung windows and extra electrical outlets. Sure, the whirlpool tub and enhanced landscaping options caught my attention if only to see how much each … Continue reading
Coupons on a date: sexy or stingy?
I hope it’s clear by now that I really like coupons. Actually — LOVE. I love coupons. I was talking deals Wednesday with Sarah Mock from HowIPinchAPenny.com, when I had a thought. When are coupons not cool? I could think … Continue reading
Posted in Coupons, Lauren Boyer
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Buy a qualifying product and earn Target $5 Gift Cards, plus coupons add up to big savings
Yes, I am Target-holic. I’m an even bigger fan of saving money though.
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