Karla Bowsher
10 Top States for Homebuyers This Year
Karla Bowsher on March 17, 2016
A new state-by-state housing market analysis shows that some states are a lot more buyer-friendly than others.
How Trump’s Free Media Attention Saved Him $2 Billion
Karla Bowsher on March 16, 2016
It’s one heck of a freebie — half of Donald Trump’s reported net worth. And it didn’t cost him a dime.
Fidelity to Help Employees With Student Loans
Karla Bowsher on March 3, 2017
Fidelity Investments has joined a small but growing group of employers that help workers pay down student loan debt.
Taco Bell Beefs Up Breakfast With New $1 Menu — and Bacon
Karla Bowsher on March 16, 2016
The fast-food chain boasts in a news release that it’s now the only national fast food restaurant with a dollar menu whose items are all “actually $1 each.”
10 U.S. Cities That Have the Worst Traffic
Karla Bowsher on March 15, 2016
Drivers spent 8 billion hours in traffic last year. Learn why your drive time to work is probably getting longer.
Americans Are $7.7 Billion Poorer Than They Should Be
Karla Bowsher on March 15, 2016
If your wallet feels a little lighter than it did a decade ago, you’re not alone. Find out why you are missing out on income — and what you can do about it.
How Did Stock Managers Fare in 2015?
Karla Bowsher on March 14, 2016
A new report rekindles an old debate: Should you invest in stock mutual funds that are actively managed?
Walmart vs. Target: Which Helps Home Values More?
Karla Bowsher on March 14, 2016
Some shoppers can be categorized by whether they prefer Walmart or Target, but homebuyers have a stake in the question, too.
Retail Therapy Makes 85 Percent of Adults Feel Good
Karla Bowsher on March 14, 2016
Is shopping better than pizza, ice cream and sex? Some people say “yes.”
3 New Products May Be Unveiled at Apple Event
Karla Bowsher on March 11, 2016
Mark your calendar for March 21: Apple’s next special event has been announced with the mysterious words “let us loop you in.”
White House Program Aims to Help the Poor Get Diapers
Karla Bowsher on March 11, 2016
The White House is taking on what it has referred to as “the diaper divide” with a test program designed to help lower-income families.
Hundreds of Museums Open for Free on Saturday
Karla Bowsher on March 11, 2016
“Museum Day Live!” offers free admission from coast to coast. Find out how to get your ticket.
How Often Do You Need to Wash Your Hair?
Karla Bowsher on March 10, 2016
Shampooing hair daily may result in washing money down the drain. But experts say the optimal shampooing frequency varies, and depends on several factors.
Waiting to File Taxes? You Might End Up Paying More
Karla Bowsher on March 10, 2016
Some do-it-yourself tax-filing software companies charge procrastinators higher rates, a practice known as “price surging.”
The 5 Most Common Types of Plastic Surgery
Karla Bowsher on March 10, 2016
Americans spent a record amount on surgical and nonsurgical procedures in 2015. Find out what that tells us about the state of the economy.
This Year’s 25 Highest-Paying Jobs in the Country
Karla Bowsher on March 10, 2016
The best-paying jobs in 2016 reflect a mix of the traditional and the technological. Find out which of these jobs is most in demand.
Amazon Selling Beauty, Fashion Products Via New Live TV Show
Karla Bowsher on March 9, 2016
“Style Code Live” is a free 30-minute program that premiered on Tuesday and will appear each weeknight.
Buy Home Goods, Decor for 1 Cent at JCPenney This Week
Karla Bowsher on March 9, 2016
One week after JCPenney kicked off its first “Penney Days” sale, the department store chain has started a new promotion.
Olive Garden Freebie Tops List of 4 Meal Deals This Week
Karla Bowsher on March 8, 2016
Olive Garden’s “Buy One Take One” dinner deal has returned. It’s just one of a handful of ways to slash the cost of eating out this week.
Property Taxes: Where Does Your State Rank?
Karla Bowsher on March 8, 2016
Residents of the state with the highest property taxes pay roughly eight times more on average than residents in the lowest-taxed state. Find out where your state ranks.
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