Sarah Handley
Sarah is GoodtoKnow’s Consumer Writer & Money Editor and is passionate about helping mums save money wherever they can - whether that's spending wisely on toys and kidswear or keeping on top of the latest news around childcare costs, child benefit, the motherhood penalty. After Sarah graduated from University of Wales, Aberystwyth, with a degree in English and Creative Writing, she entered the world of publishing and is now a writer, journalist and editor with more than 15 years' experience on a range of titles including Real Homes, Homebuilding & Renovating, The Money Edit and more. Sarah is all about the latest toy trends and is always on the look out for toys for her nephew or Goddaughters so that she remains one of their favourite grown ups. When not writing about toys or family finance, Sarah can be found hanging out with her rockstar dog Pepsi, getting opinionated about a movie, book or podcast, and trying her best to learn British Sign Language.
Latest articles by Sarah Handley
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10 sneaky ways supermarkets get you to spend more - and how you can beat them
Discover the sneaky tactics supermarkets use to encourage you to spend more money, and what you can do to fight back
By Rachel Wait Last updated
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Parents could face £500 fine if children don't wear their seatbelts
Motoring experts issue plea for parents to make sure their children are safely secured at all times when travelling in a vehicle
By Sarah Handley Published
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Are we still getting the £67 energy payment?
Are families still getting the £67 energy payment to help with high bills? Our money editor explains
By Sarah Handley Published
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£45 energy bill cut for families with prepayment meters from July
More than four million households could benefit from the move announced in the Spring Budget
By Sarah Handley Last updated
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Salter Dual Air Fryer EK4750BLK review
Impressive functionality and capacity with this family-friendly air fryer
By Sarah Handley Published
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What is the Marriage Allowance and who can get it?
Martin Lewis has been touting the benefits of the Marriage Allowance, but are you eligible to claim it?
By Sue Hayward Last updated
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'Don't just jump on a fix' - Martin Lewis issues urgent energy switch warning
The money saving expert has warned homeowners to be cautious before switching energy tariffs to save money
By Sarah Handley Published
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Will I get an income tax rebate? How parents can check and why you should check now
As the end of the tax year approaches, you could be due an income tax rebate if you've changed jobs, gone part-time or gone on maternity leave
By Katie Binns Last updated
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Who is eligible for the £900 cost of living payment?
The government has confirmed the qualifying dates for those eligible for the cost of living payment
By Sarah Handley Last updated
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Should the government pay grandparents who provide childcare?
Many parents rely on help from grandparents when it comes to looking after their kids, but should grandparents receive payment from the government?
By Sarah Handley Published
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This is the EXACT date you should turn your heating off for spring, according to experts
Families are wondering when to turn their heating off as we head into spring, after months of high energy bills
By Sarah Handley Published
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Martin Lewis reveals TRICK he uses to save money on medication
Everyone's favourite money-saving expert reveals how comparing codes on the packaging of medication can help you save money
By Sarah Handley Published
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Freddie’s Flowers review: that’s my Mother’s Day present sorted!
We review the blooms and service from flower subscription service, Freddie’s Flowers
By Sarah Handley Published
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Who is eligible for 30 hours free childcare now it's being extended and when does it start?
Over the next two years, more working parents in England will benefit from free childcare, thanks to changes announced in the Spring Budget
By Sarah Handley Published
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Ploov heated cushion review
Our Money Editor reviews the Ploov - a heated cushion that claims to help lower energy bills
By Sarah Handley Published
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We asked kids about money and the answers were just as ADORABLE as expected
Seriously, could they be any cuter?
By Sarah Handley Published
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Stark benefits warning for parents who let their children play truant
Families could see their benefits removed as part of a rigorous post-Covid drive to get kids back in the classroom
By Sarah Handley Published
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This is why a drop in the energy price cap won’t mean cheaper bills right now
The energy regulator has just announced that the energy price cap is set to drop by almost £1,000 from April 2023 - but it won’t lower your bills at the same time
By Sarah Handley Published
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Who gets the £400 energy rebate and when does it end?
As a reported £50m of government support has gone unclaimed, we look at how the £400 energy rebate is being paid and when it's due to end
By Kalpana Fitzpatrick Last updated
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How to make extra money - 16 ways parents can earn more cash
Knowing how to make extra money could help to ease the squeeze of the cost of living crisis
By Sue Hayward Last updated
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Is electric cheaper than gas and which is cheaper for heating and cooking?
Wondering if electric is cheaper than gas? Our energy expert explains all you need to know
By Emma Lunn Last updated
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How to save money: 26 expert tips for food, bills, travel and family
Understanding how to save money is key to limiting the impact of rising costs as much as possible
By Sarah Handley Last updated
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7 money saving challenges that actually work (and 3 that don't)
Money saving challenges are all over social media - but which work, how easy are they and which are best avoided?
By Emma Lunn Published
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This is why Martin Lewis is pleading for April's energy bill hike to be postponed
We're all dreading another energy price increase, but there's a very good reason Martin Lewis is pleading with the government to postpone the planned hike
By Sarah Handley Published