Carla Ayers
Carla Ayers joined Kiplinger in 2024 as the eCommerce and Personal Finance Editor. Her professional background spans both commercial and residential real estate, enriching her writing with firsthand industry insights.
Carla has worked as a personal finance and real estate writer for Rocket Mortgage, Inman and other industry publications.
She is passionate about making complex real estate and financial topics accessible to all readers. Dedicated to transparency and clarity, her ultimate goal is to help her audience make informed and confident decisions in their financial pursuits.
Latest articles by Carla Ayers
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What It Really Costs to Watch Baseball in 2026
Following your favorite MLB team now means juggling multiple subscriptions. For dedicated fans, the total cost can climb faster than expected.
By Carla Ayers
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Netflix Raises Prices Across All Plans — Again
Netflix has raised prices across all plans, adding to rising streaming costs. Here’s what each tier costs now.
By Carla Ayers
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Get $40 to Shop at Costco with This Membership Deal
New members can get up to $40 on a Costco Shop card when they sign up for a one-year Costco membership thanks to a new deal from Stack Social.
By Carla Ayers
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The Quiet Way Seniors Are Cutting Monthly Phone Bills
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From bundling lines to switching tiers, small changes in wireless plans can add up to savings.
By Carla Ayers
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Prevent Title Fraud: Smart Steps to Protect Your Deed
Scams Protect yourself from deed theft with these free steps. You don’t need to pay a company to protect your your home title.
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Emergency Travel Assistance Memberships Explained
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Emergency travel assistance memberships help coordinate medical evacuations and emergency travel support. Here is how they differ from insurance and how major providers compare.
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Paramount+ Is Offering a Deal Just in Time for a Packed Sports Calendar
A limited-time streaming deal could help sports fans cut costs ahead of March Madness, MLB Opening Day and more.
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5G Home Internet Is Challenging Cable. What It Means for Your Internet Bill
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Cable once dominated home broadband. Now expanding 5G home internet is giving households another option to consider as technology and competition evolve.
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Should You Have a Backup Internet Plan?
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Home internet outages can happen unexpectedly. Some households are turning to wireless backup plans to stay connected when service goes down.
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'Storm Chaser' Scammers Are Targeting Natural Disaster Victims
Beware of storm chaser scammers who turn up after a natural disaster and attempt to take advantage of those impacted, the BBB says.
By Carla Ayers
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The Best Time to Visit Ireland Might Not Be St. Patrick’s Day
The famous holiday draws huge crowds, but travelers who wait until May may find a better balance of weather, daylight and crowds.
By Carla Ayers
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Netflix Is Dropping Support for Older Devices — Is Yours One of Them?
Some smart TVs and streaming devices are already losing access. Here’s how to check and what to do next.
By Carla Ayers
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10 Decluttering Books That Can Help You Downsize Without Regret
From managing a lifetime of belongings to navigating family dynamics, these expert-backed books offer practical guidance for anyone preparing to downsize.
By Carla Ayers
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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra: What to Know Before You Upgrade
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The Galaxy S26 Ultra brings new features and strong launch deals, but whether it’s worth upgrading depends on what you already own.
By Carla Ayers
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TurboTax: Features, Pricing and Filing Options for This Tax Season
A closer look at TurboTax's pros and cons to help you decide if it’s the right tax filing software for this tax season.
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TaxAct: Plans, Pricing and Key Features Explained
A breakdown of TaxAct’s plans, pricing and features — and who the software is best suited for this tax season.
By Carla Ayers
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26 Presidents Day Deals You Don't Want to Miss
From appliances to tech and home upgrades, these limited-time sales can deliver some of the biggest discounts of the season.
By Carla Ayers
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How to Watch the 2026 Winter Olympics Without Overpaying
Here’s how to stream the 2026 Winter Olympics live, including low-cost viewing options, Peacock access and ways to catch your favorite athletes and events from anywhere.
By Carla Ayers
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Find the Best 30-Year Mortgage Rates
Here are some of the best 30-year mortgage rates today as they've started slowly going down.
By Carla Ayers
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Find Your Monthly Payment With This Mortgage Calculator
Tools With our mortgage calculator, you can easily determine your monthly mortgage payment.
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Trump Signals Plan to Ban Institutional Investors From Buying Single-Family Homes
The president says the move could improve housing affordability. Here’s what the data show about investor ownership, recent buying trends and what it could mean for homebuyers.
By Carla Ayers
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With the Fed Rate Cut, Should You Sell Your House Now or Wait?
Interest rates are starting to come down as the Federal Reserve shifts course. Is it time to think about selling your house?
By Carla Ayers
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Top Tech Gifts You Can Still Get Before Christmas from Walmart
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Big savings on Apple, Bose, HP, Vizio and more while there's still time to shop.
By Carla Ayers
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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra for $4.99 a Month: A Closer Look at Verizon’s Deal
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Verizon’s aggressive pricing makes Samsung’s top-tier phone tempting, but the real cost depends on your plan and how long you stay.
By Carla Ayers
