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.
9 Things I Won’t Buy at Costco
Karla Bowsher on October 6, 2022
A bulk buy isn’t always the best buy.
9 Financial Dates and Deadlines in October 2022
Karla Bowsher on September 30, 2022
Mark your calendar now so you don’t risk a fine or miss an opportunity to save.
Multiple Medicare Costs to Drop in 2023
Karla Bowsher on September 30, 2022
This will be especially welcome news to many seniors amid high inflation.
7 Scenic Road Trips for Enjoying Fall Foliage
Karla Bowsher on September 29, 2022
You can find travel-worthy displays of color nestled in breathtaking natural surroundings across the U.S.
12 Ways to Never Pay Full Price for Anything
Karla Bowsher on September 13, 2022
Stop paying retail prices: Here are plenty of ways to accomplish that goal.
7 Ways to Shop at Costco Without a Membership
Karla Bowsher on August 30, 2022
You don’t necessarily need to join to get in on the warehouse store’s savings.
This Medicare Scam Offers Free COVID-19 Tests
Karla Bowsher on August 23, 2022
Here’s what you should know about this type of fraud.
5 Ways Medicare Will Change Under the New Law
Karla Bowsher on August 18, 2022
Tens of millions of people will save money on prescription drugs as a result.
5 Tax Credits in Biden’s New Law
Karla Bowsher on August 15, 2022
Homeowners, car owners and others stand to benefit at tax time — for many years to come.
Will the IRS Audit You Soon? Dems Already Paved the Way
Karla Bowsher on August 11, 2022
There’s a lot Congress isn’t telling you about its new spending bill.
How to Shop at Sam’s Club Without a Membership
Karla Bowsher on August 8, 2022
You don’t necessarily have to join Sam’s Club to shop there.
3 Surprisingly Costly Mistakes We Make at Gas Stations
Karla Bowsher on July 28, 2022
How many of these cash-guzzling missteps have you made?
New Bill Could Lower Taxes for Retirees in 2023
Karla Bowsher on July 22, 2022
The upshot? The possibility of lower taxable income, a lower tax bill and even a lower tax rate.
9 Houseplants That Remove Toxins From Your Indoor Air
Karla Bowsher on July 18, 2022
These plants may also do everything from reduce dust to boost productivity.
3 Flu Shots Recommended for Seniors
Karla Bowsher on June 24, 2022
New federal guidance gives preference to these particular influenza vaccines for this age group.
8 Tax Credits and Deductions for Parents
Karla Bowsher on June 24, 2022
Raising a child is expensive, to say the least. Uncle Sam recognizes that — to an extent — at tax time.
7 Ways Costco Is Changing in 2022
Chris Kissell and Karla Bowsher on June 3, 2022
The Costco shopping experience is ever-changing — especially as we emerge from the pandemic.
Why You Should Sleep With the Door Closed Every Night
Chris Kissell and Karla Bowsher on June 1, 2022
Closing the door before you go to sleep could save your life.
9 Sites That Offer Free E-Books
Karla Bowsher on May 30, 2022
Don’t buy an e-book when you can find more than 1 million free titles on these websites.
How to Clean a Dirty Microwave in 30 Seconds
Karla Bowsher on May 27, 2022
The secret isn’t fancy or expensive. It’s not elbow grease, either.
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