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.
‘Amazon Cash’ Debuts — With Offer for Free $10 Credit
Karla Bowsher on April 4, 2017
This new feature adds to the payment methods you can use when shopping on Amazon.com. And for a limited time, it’s also your key to a $10 credit.
Financial Flubs That Force Older Workers to Delay Retirement
Karla Bowsher on April 4, 2017
Half of U.S. workers age 60 or older are resigned to retiring no earlier than age 70 — or never. Learn from their money mistakes if you want to avoid their fate.
$500 in Digital and Printable Coupons Just Released
Karla Bowsher on April 3, 2017
Save up to $35 on allergy meds, and up to $17 on coffee products — just to name a few examples.
Wage Gap to Cost Women More Than $10,000 in 2017
Karla Bowsher on April 3, 2017
Over their working lifetimes, the difference between an individual man’s and woman’s income could amount to $1 million or more. How many more years until the gap closes?
The 10 Most Stressful Industries — and 5 Ways We Cope
Karla Bowsher on April 2, 2017
Many factors — including the recent presidential election — are leaving workers feeling stressed much of the time.
Xfinity Offering Free Premium Content for a Week
Karla Bowsher on April 2, 2017
Xfinity TV customers are in for a free treat through April 9 — but you don’t need cable TV to save money on your favorite shows.
This Is Americans’ Greatest Financial Fear in Retirement
Karla Bowsher on March 30, 2017
This worry outranks running out of retirement funds — but you can take steps now that will improve your situation later.
How to Shield Your Online Privacy From Harvesting by ISPs, Advertisers
Karla Bowsher on March 30, 2017
Several free tools can prevent advertisers from tracking your online activity, but it’s not as simple with your internet service provider.
Your Portfolio Might Be About to Dip: Don’t Freak Out
Karla Bowsher on March 29, 2017
If stock market fluctuations worry you, you’re probably committing a rookie investor mistake that could cost you money. Learn from this case in point.
Amazon Offering Deep Discounts on Kindle E-Readers
Karla Bowsher on March 28, 2017
These prices rival those of Black Friday, and you don’t need to pay for Prime to get them. But act quickly before they are gone.
Comcast to Offer Streaming TV Starting at $15 a Month
Karla Bowsher on March 28, 2017
This service joins a growing array of options that can cut your monthly TV expenses by half — or more.
4 Reasons You Should Call Your Credit Card Company Today
Karla Bowsher on March 27, 2017
If you haven’t asked for a lower credit card interest rate or fee recently, you’re probably overpaying. Here’s how to fix that.
Amazon to Charge Sales Tax in All but 5 States
Karla Bowsher on March 27, 2017
In many states, shopping on Amazon.com is becoming more expensive.
Most Consumers Die With Debt, but You Can Avoid That Fate
Karla Bowsher on March 26, 2017
The vast majority of consumers die with outstanding debts — totaling an average of about $62,000. Here’s how to avoid burdening your loved ones.
Renters Dominate Big Cities, but You Shouldn’t Give Up on Owning a Home
Karla Bowsher on March 26, 2017
In most of the 100 largest U.S. cities, renters now outnumber owners. To buck the trend, you’ll need this financial savvy.
How to Save Up to 31 Percent on Tax Preparation
Karla Bowsher on March 26, 2017
Act fast to take advantage of these rebates on income tax software and services.
2 Ways to Brace Your Budget for Rising Health Care Costs
Karla Bowsher on March 23, 2017
More than one-third of Americans could not pay an unexpected medical bill of more than $100 without going into debt. Here’s how to avoid that fate.
Retirement Savings Are Sorely Lacking: 3 Things You Can Do About It
Karla Bowsher on March 23, 2017
Almost one-quarter of workers have less than $1,000 in savings, a new survey shows. Here’s how to boost your nest egg and banish financial stress.
Why 2017 Might Be a Rough Year for Homebuyers
Karla Bowsher on March 22, 2017
Shopping for a home this year? These three factors might cause you a lot of angst.
Student Loan Default Just Became Costlier: Do You Know Your Options?
Karla Bowsher on March 21, 2017
The Trump administration recently reversed an Obama-era rule on collection fees, and the result could be costly for borrowers.
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