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About Dawn
Dawn Allcot has more than 20 years of experience as a personal finance and travel writer, with articles featured on Chase Bank’s award-winning website, CNET, Forbes, and many others. A self-proclaimed shopaholic and bargain hunter, she loves bringing all the best deals from stores like Dollar Tree and Costco to GOBankingRates readers, as well as sharing travel, budget, and credit management tips. She lives on Long Island, New York, with her husband and their two teens.
Education & Certifications
Long Island University, Southampton
Areas of expertise
Shopping / ecommerce
Stocks/investments
Budgeting tips
Credit cards
Travel
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