Sarah Handley
Sarah is GoodtoKnow’s Money Editor. After Sarah graduated from University of Wales, Aberystwyth, with a degree in English and Creative Writing, she entered the world of publishing in 2007, working as a writer and digital editor on a range of titles including Real Homes, Homebuilding & Renovating, The Money Edit and more. When not writing or editing, Sarah can be found hanging out with her rockstar dog, getting opinionated about a movie or learning British Sign Language.
Latest articles by Sarah Handley
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Experts reveal the best and worst dates to buy popular Christmas gifts, and it's not necessarily when you think
These are apparently the best dates to buy popular Christmas gifts at cheapest price
By Sarah Handley Published
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Cheapest way to dry clothes if you can't dry them outside over winter
We look at the cheapest way to dry clothes when the weather is bad, as well as what you can do to speed up the drying process to keep costs low
By Rachel Wait Last updated
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How many hours a day should heating be on in the UK and what's the ideal room temperature?
Want to know how many hours a day should heating be on to help keep your energy bills as low as possible this winter? This is what the experts say
By Sarah Handley Last updated
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How much does it cost to run an indoor heater at home?
If you’re wondering how much it costs to run an indoor heater at home, we’ve done the calculations…
By Rachel Wait Last updated
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What's the cheapest way to heat a room? Plus 9 easy ways to keep warm without using the heating
Finding the cheapest way to heat a room is important for households looking to cut their energy bills this winter
By Emma Lunn Last updated
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How much does a dehumidifier cost to run and can you use one to dry clothes?
Keen to know how much does a dehumidifier cost to run? We’ve crunched the numbers to find out
By Rachel Wait Last updated
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How much does it cost to run a washing machine and how can you make it cheaper?
Want to know how much it costs to run a washing machine in a bid to keep your energy bills under control? We’ve crunched the numbers to find out
By Sarah Handley Last updated
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How much does it cost to run an air fryer and is it cheaper than a microwave?
Wondering how much does it cost to run an air fryer? You're not alone but luckily, we've done the sums to find out
By Vaishali Varu Last updated
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How much does a tumble dryer cost to run and how can you make it cheaper?
Curious to know how much your tumble dryer costs to run and how to reduce costs? We’ve crunched the numbers to find out
By Sarah Handley Last updated
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What is the energy price cap and what does it mean for your family?
As a new energy price cap for October comes into effect, we explain what this means for your family's energy bills
By Emma Lunn Last updated
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How much does it cost to boil a kettle and is it the cheapest way to boil water?
No one likes a cup of tea as much as the Brits, but amid the energy crisis, how much does it cost to boil a kettle?
By Sarah Handley Last updated
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How much does it cost to run a slow cooker and is it cheaper than an oven?
We investigate how much it costs to run a slow cooker and how to reduce costs
By Emma Lunn Last updated
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How much electricity does a TV use and how much does it cost?
Wondering how much electricity does a TV use? It’s an important question as the answer has a huge impact on your energy bills. Here’s what you need to know
By Emma Lunn Last updated
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Cheapest online food shopping: delivery costs compared, plus are online grocery orders more expensive?
We explain how to get the cheapest online food shopping, compare supermarket delivery charges and reveal whether supermarkets really charge more for online orders
By Sarah Handley Published
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Does everyone on Universal Credit get the cost of living payment?
More than eight million households will receive the money - but when will it be paid?
By Sarah Handley Last updated
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Qualifying dates for the cost of living payment 2023 - and what to do if you haven't received it
Check the qualifying dates for the cost of living payment to make sure you are eligible for the next instalment
By Sarah Handley Last updated
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When are the cost of living payments 2023?
The government has just announced when the autumn cost of living payment will be made
By Sarah Handley Last updated
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Families urged to take a meter reading on 30 September - here's how to do it
The price per unit of gas and electric is set to change on 1 October, so make sure you take a meter reading on 30 September to make sure you don't pay more than you need to
By Sarah Handley Last updated
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How much is a First Class stamp and are stamps going up?
The price of stamps went up in April 2023, and another hike is just around the corner
By Ellie Hutchings Last updated
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Savvy mum shares how to save £10 a week on packed lunches (and we're converted!)
If you're getting into the swing of making packed lunches again, and want to keep costs low, then follow these easy tips
By Sarah Handley Published
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Can you freeze cheese to save money?
The price of cheddar has skyrocketed in recent months, but can freezing cheese be a good way to reduce food waste and does it still taste as good when it's been defrosted?
By Sarah Handley Last updated
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Primark online shopping: Can you order online and does Primark deliver?
If you're a fan of the budget retailer, you're probably also wondering if you can order online and get it delivered - here's what you need to know
By Sarah Handley Last updated
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15 most expensive private schools in the UK, and the famous names that attended them
With the start of a new school year upon us, we list the most expensive private schools in the country and the notable alumni that attended
By Sarah Handley Published
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5 everyday foods you should never bulk buy (and 5 you absolutely should)
We look at the foods you should never bulk buy, the ones you should and the pros and cons of bulk buying that all families should consider
By Emma Lunn Published