Category Archives: Money

Win a year of free groceries from Giant Food Stores

Right now, Giant is actively entering customers in its Earth Day Free Groceries Sweepstakes to win one of two grand prizes: $7,800 in Giant gift cards.

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Get tips for deciding if downsizing is right for you

Bridget Floyd of Keller Williams Keystone Realty helps readers decide if it’s time to leave the empty nest.

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Smart $aver: To regift or not to regift?

Regifting is an acceptable practice, but all the rules must be followed.

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Five ways to avoid holiday budget busters

Learn to take charge of your holiday spending with these tips from Abby L. Myer.

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Starting a 529 College Plan is a step toward a brighter future for my son.

My son turns 8 this Saturday. And for his birthday my parents have given the usual birthday presents some books, toys and a little spending money. One of their gifts has always been a U.S. Savings bond, not very exciting … Continue reading

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Apartment DIY: Redecorating a bedroom on the cheap

I’ve lived in my boyfriend’s former bachelor pad for almost eight months now. He was kind and didn’t fight me (too much) when I took over 90 percent of the decorating in the two-bedroom apartment, but our one sticking point … Continue reading

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Bathe with money

Sunrise Soap Company in York is selling soap made with shredded money. Find out why at York Common Cents.

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Want some FREE fun this holiday season?

Here’s a tip on a great place to go for a free visit AND PHOTO with Santa: Head to Bass Pro Shops at the Harrisburg Mall, off Route 283 (and close to the turnpike) in Dauphin County. Even on Black … Continue reading

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No Tolls on this Road

So, are you wondering why Harry thought the advice to SPEND LESS THAN YOU MAKE warranted being one of his seven rules?  Harry and Chris really do want us to be happy -no matter what age we are.  And they built … Continue reading

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