Karla Bowsher
Is Your Coffee Hiding a Deadly Secret?
Karla Bowsher on May 11, 2015
Your coffee machine could be dispensing more than meets the eye. Here’s what you need to know about the potential for deadly bacteria in your caffeine fix.
How to Fight ‘Surprise’ Medical Bills
Karla Bowsher on May 11, 2015
If you’ve ever gotten a medical bill your insurance company wouldn’t pay, you’re not alone. Here’s how to fight back.
Taking the Bite Out of ‘Vampire’ Electrical Costs
Karla Bowsher on May 11, 2015
Would you leave your car idling in your garage? That’s what you’re doing with many things plugged in around your house. Here are the worst offenders.
Tips for Age-Proofing Your Resume
Karla Bowsher on May 8, 2015
These resume tweaks will help older workers avoid losing out on a job opportunity due to age discrimination.
How Rising Home Prices Hurt Us All
Karla Bowsher on May 8, 2015
Decreases in homeownership rates are driving increases in income inequality, according to a recent study.
Having Kids Later in Life Can Endanger Finances
Karla Bowsher on May 8, 2015
There are more older parents than ever, and they face unique financial concerns. Find out more.
10 Ways to Get More Out of the Farmers Market
Karla Bowsher on May 10, 2015
A little preparation can go a long way at the farmers market. These tips will help you save.
‘Endless’ Ways to Trick Yourself Into Eating Healthier
Karla Bowsher on May 7, 2015
Making minor tweaks in your kitchen can lead to big success in your diet, research shows. Find out more.
Why Hispanics Live Longer Than Whites
Karla Bowsher on May 7, 2015
Despite a host of socioeconomic disadvantages, Hispanics fare better than Caucasians in the U.S. in some important ways.
You Soon Could Be Tipping a Lot More
Karla Bowsher on May 7, 2015
Thank technology for these new blows to your budget.
The Cheapest — and Costliest — Summer Vacation Destinations
Karla Bowsher on May 6, 2015
A new study ranks the 50 most popular U.S. cities for vacationing based on how they affect your wallet.
States Where You’re Most Likely to Die on the Job
Karla Bowsher on May 6, 2015
A new report also shows which industries and occupations pose the greatest health risk. Find out more.
Who Needs a Shrink? 8 Cheap Ways to Relieve Stress
Karla Bowsher on May 5, 2015
You might not have heard of them, but these tips just might zap stress as effectively as more traditional — and expensive — methods.
How to Avoid Being Suckered by a Store’s Fake ‘Sale’
Karla Bowsher on May 5, 2015
Some of the country’s biggest retailers deceive shoppers by manipulating price tags. Here’s how to avoid buying into a bad sale price.
Gig Pays ‘A Lot More’ Than Most Part-Time Jobs
Karla Bowsher on May 5, 2015
A young company is offering median pay of up to $19 an hour for part-time work. Here’s the scoop.
Microsoft’s ‘Free’ Windows 10 Upgrade May Cost You
Karla Bowsher on May 5, 2015
Microsoft plans to give away its next operating system to current Windows users. But some critics say the deal isn’t so sweet.
Fiat Chrysler Offers to Send 118,000 Back to School
Karla Bowsher on May 4, 2015
Fiat Chrysler is inviting car dealership employees to go back to school — at no cost to the workers.
Want a Better Retirement? Listen to the Opposite Sex
Karla Bowsher on May 4, 2015
Men and women approach investing differently — and each gender’s retirement savings might fare better if they learned from one another.
2 Words Companies Use to Hide Age Discrimination
Karla Bowsher on May 4, 2015
Some lawyers say a term employers use in job ads is code for discrimination against older applicants. Here’s what you need to know.
States Where Consumers Have the Best Credit Scores
Karla Bowsher on May 1, 2015
More than half of Americans have subprime credit scores. But these states are the best apples in a very bad bunch.
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