Author: Karla Bowsher
Before becoming managing editor of Money Talks News, I covered both personal and public finance.
I've worked for a top 50 major metro daily and a community newspaper as well as a nonprofit investigative publication. I’ve won state and national awards for my investigative reporting from the Society of Professional Journalists and multiple state press associations.
Before journalism, I worked in health care for the better part of a decade.
When I’m not editing, writing, reading or sleeping, I’m growing obscure tropical vegetables. During tax season, I serve as an IRS-certified volunteer tax return preparer for the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program.
How the New Tax Law Changes Your College Costs
Karla Bowsher on January 17, 2018
College students and their families lost a valuable tax deduction. But the tax code overhaul is not all bad news for anyone saving for or paying for education.
Favorite Sam’s Club Store Is Closing? Here’s What You Should Do
Karla Bowsher on January 16, 2018
The warehouse club is closing these 63 stores — although employees say some are already closed. Find out what affected Sam’s Club members can get if their store is being shuttered.
3 Costly Ways Homeowner Tax Breaks Will Change in 2018
Karla Bowsher on January 15, 2018
Under the new federal tax law, the deductions for interest on mortgages, home equity loans and HELOCs will soon be far less valuable. Here’s what it means for homeowners.
3 Ways to Get Paid for Searching the Web
Karla Bowsher on January 12, 2018
If you’re already doing it anyway, why not get rewarded for it? Here are three great opportunities.
Score a Free Build-Your-Own Grand Slam This Month From Denny’s
Karla Bowsher on January 12, 2018
The restaurant will give you this mammoth meal on the house if you try Denny’s new ordering system. Here’s how it works.
Just 4 Days for Free National Park Admission in 2018
Karla Bowsher on January 11, 2018
The National Park Service is scaling back on freebies, but you can still use these tips to save money at America’s beloved public lands.
Why Tapping Your Home Equity in 2018 Might Be a Big Mistake
Karla Bowsher on January 11, 2018
More homeowners are using home equity debt to fund renovations. But home equity loans and HELOCs will cost you more this year and beyond.
How the Tax Overhaul Helps — and Hurts — Parents
Karla Bowsher on January 10, 2018
No matter the age of your dependent child, the new federal income tax law contains some benefits just for you. Of course, it’s not all good news.
Pay-TV Rates Are Rising: Here’s How to Fight Back in 2018
Karla Bowsher on January 8, 2018
Don’t accept an ever-increasing cable or satellite TV bill without first trying one of these options.
3 Great Reasons to File Your 2017 Taxes Early
Karla Bowsher on January 8, 2018
An overhauled tax code, a speedy tax refund and possible identity theft: What more reason do you need to get a jump on your 2017 income taxes?
5 Unique Features of Social Security Income — and Why You Should Delay It
Karla Bowsher on January 8, 2018
Social Security benefits are immune to more types of risk than other sources of retirement income. So, it’s critical that you maximize the size of your checks.
How to Visit 175 Museums for Free Throughout 2018
Karla Bowsher on January 5, 2018
Cultural institutions nationwide offer free admission to certain visitors on certain days of every month. Here’s how it works.
Robocalls Are on the Rise — but You Can Fight Back
Karla Bowsher on January 4, 2018
Here’s what you should know about the latest robocall scams.
How You Can Cash In on Warren Buffett’s Million-Dollar Bet
Karla Bowsher on January 4, 2018
Anyone can profit from this billionaire’s wager with Wall Street. Here’s how.
Are Calcium and Vitamin D Supplements a Waste of Money?
Karla Bowsher on January 3, 2018
A large new study shows that calcium or vitamin D supplements are not all they’re cracked up to be for people over 50.
How to Save $300 This Month at Supermarkets, Drugstores and Beyond
Karla Bowsher on January 2, 2018
You can redeem about $300 worth of digital or printable coupons in January by using a single tool. Save on household brands like Hershey’s, Centrum, Kiwi, Aveeno and Rimmel.
Some Medicare Deductibles and Other Costs to Rise in 2018
Karla Bowsher on December 30, 2017
Hospitalization will be costlier for Medicare beneficiaries in 2018 than it was in 2017. Here’s more reason to stay healthy in the new year.
Act Fast: These 4 Tax Breaks Will Disappear in 2018
Karla Bowsher on December 29, 2017
Your 2017 tax return will be your last chance to claim these money-saving tax deductions. So, make the most of them before the new year.
Save Up to 80 Percent Today During Amazon’s Huge Digital Sale
Karla Bowsher on December 29, 2017
If you consume digital content — from watching TV to reading e-books and playing mobile games — today is the best day of the year.
10 Crazy Events More Likely to Happen to You Than Winning the Lottery
Karla Bowsher on December 28, 2017
Thinking of buying a Powerball or Mega Millions ticket as those jackpots grow? Read this list, and you’ll probably reconsider.
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