Dawn Allcot
E-Commerce Editor
Personal Bio
As a personal finance writer of 15+ years, Dawn Allcot loves putting into practice the tips she shares with her readers. From teaching teens how to save money to leveraging apps for the best deals, the knowledge Dawn has gathered over the years helps her manage her money in an expensive New York city suburb.
With some of her formative childhood memories involving shopping at famous Long Island malls and classic stores back in the ‘90s, Dawn has always been a shopaholic. Supporting that hobby on a middle-class income requires knowing how and where to find the best deals. Combining her love for shopping with a passion for travel, bicycling, and technology has forced her to learn how to stretch every dollar as far as it can go.
Dawn’s Favorite Savings Hack
I’m a big fan of “pay yourself first," although I don’t always put it into practice. Finding a high-yield savings account or a round-up savings program can help incentivize saving.
My other favorite tip, which I find easier to follow, is using various apps and loyalty programs to tap into freebies from your favorite brands. Just make sure you don’t end up overspending when all those deals pop up on your phone.
Dawn’s Favorite Brands
Suburban mom with teens who loves Target? I’m a walking cliche, complete with my Circle Savings app open on my phone and a Starbucks latte in the cart’s cup holder. I love Target’s clothing, small appliances, housewares, health and beauty… you name it! I can always find something in the dollar bins to give my daughter her shopping fix without breaking the bank.
Some other brands that help me find the best deals on travel, tech, home goods and groceries include:
Fun Fact about Dawn
Before I started covering personal finance, e-commerce, and content marketing online, I was Editor-in-Chief of Paintball Sports Magazine. I traveled the country playing paintball and promoting the magazine at events with 5,000+ players. As a member of the media, I couldn’t pledge allegiance to any team, but was an honorary member of several teams across the U.S. and Canada.