Karla Bowsher
Internet Coupons 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Printable Savings
Karla Bowsher on September 5, 2011
If you’ve never used Internet coupons before, what are you waiting for? Here’s everything you need to know to get started.
The Best Fast Food Joint? Not McDonald’s
Karla Bowsher on August 25, 2011
A recent Consumer Reports fast-food poll ranked Burger King, KFC, McDonald’s, and Taco Bell dead last. Here are the best places for a quick bite, whether you’re in the mood for burgers, chicken, Mexican, subs, or pizza.
Ask Karla: What’s Really in the Products I Buy?
Karla Bowsher on August 28, 2011
We see Nutrition Facts on foods from the grocery store, but do restaurants have to provide nutrition info? Do cosmetics companies have to divulge all of their products’ ingredients? Karla answers a reader’s questions.
How to Cut Your Restaurant Bill in Half
Karla Bowsher on August 14, 2011
If you still aren’t using Restaurant gift certificates every time you eat out, you’re throwing away money that you could be putting into a savings account or using to pay down debts. Here’s everything you need to know to get started.
2011 Back-to-School Tax Holidays: When to Save in Your State
Karla Bowsher on August 4, 2011
This year’s sales tax exemption season kicks off on Aug. 5. Read on to find out how to save in your state.
How to Read Beauty Product Labels
Karla Bowsher on August 1, 2011
If you’ve ever bought a personal care product because you thought it was natural, hypoallergenic, or wouldn’t cause your toddler to cry in the bath, you’ve probably wasted your money.
16 Tips to Find the Perfect Swimsuit for Less
Karla Bowsher on July 14, 2011
Two-thirds of women dislike how they look in their swimsuit, according to the Consumer Reports National Research Center. But you don’t have to be one of them. Read on to learn how to find the perfect suit and save money while you’re at it.
Friday’s Deals: Arts and Crafts, Italian Food, Toys, and a Free Portrait Collage
Karla Bowsher on July 8, 2011
Today’s deals also include home decor, mattresses, backpacks and lunchboxes, and store-wide JCPenney discounts.
6 Tips to Save on Beauty Products
Karla Bowsher on July 7, 2011
Tired of tossing out barely-used cosmetics because they weren’t right, or just want a better deal on your favorite brands? Here’s how to save at the drugstore, department store, and online.
Monday’s Deals: Flat-Screen TVs, Pizza, Detergent, and Free Bowling
Karla Bowsher on July 4, 2011
Not sure how to “spend” the Fourth? How about 33 percent off Papa John’s? Or $10 off Tide detergent, 80 percent off Jones New York, 20 percent off at Advanced Auto Parts, or free burgers from Omaha Steaks?
Friday’s Deals: Batteries, Magazines, Hotels, and Free Movie Tickets
Karla Bowsher on July 1, 2011
Today’s deals also include big bargains on tires, home decor, clothing, and restaurants.
Wednesday’s Deals: Office Supplies, Pet Supplies, Party Supplies, and 14 Free MP3s
Karla Bowsher on June 29, 2011
Independence Day may not be till next week, but some of the summer’s biggest sales have already started for brands like HP, GNC, Chico’s, and Under Armour.
Monday’s Deals: Pet Food, Fast Food, Restaurants, and Free Lemonade
Karla Bowsher on August 10, 2011
Today’s delicious deals will save everywhere from Waffle House and Boston Market to Red Lobster and California Pizza Kitchen.
Friday’s Deals: Clothing, Meds, Party Supplies, and Free Tacos
Karla Bowsher on June 24, 2011
Dinner deals? Christian coupons? Video game savings? Clothing bargains for females of every size – including $2 tank tops? It’s all here.
5 Tips to Beat Bad Service – and Get Freebies
Karla Bowsher on June 23, 2011
A recent Consumer Reports survey found that two-thirds of us have been so ticked off by poor customer service that we’ve walked out of a store. Here’s how to make your complaints heard – and to convert complaints into free goodies.
Wednesday’s Deals: Shoes, Housewares, Toys, and Free Cheesecake
Karla Bowsher on June 22, 2011
Today’s deals also include big price cuts on clothing, women’s jewelry starting at just $10, and a printer that will pay for itself.
Monday’s Deals: Clothing, Nerf Guns, Makeup, and Free Weebles
Karla Bowsher on June 20, 2011
Yesterday was Father’s Day, but today’s deals focus on children – from babies to teens: beach towels, baked goods, air hockey, and Radio Flyer ride-ons.
Friday’s Deals: Laptops, LEGOs, Restaurants, and Free Gift Cards
Karla Bowsher on June 17, 2011
Father’s Day is almost here, but it’s not too late to find a last-minute-gift bargain or a dinner deal. Today’s deals include lingerie, HoneyBaked Ham, drug-store buys, and Tex-Mex.
4 Tips for Buying Brand-Name Clothes on a Budget
Karla Bowsher on December 19, 2011
Living on a budget doesn’t have to mean giving up every last luxury. Read on for tips to find designer clothing and shoes for half the retail price.
Wednesday’s Deals: Grills, Polo Shirts, Party Supplies, and Free Waffles
Karla Bowsher on June 15, 2011
Today’s deals also include diapers, shorts, Omaha Steaks, and a touchscreen camera.
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