Brandon Ballenger Writer

I'm a freelance writer based in Pompano Beach, Fla. who's done work for The South Florida Business Journal and BusinessMiami, covering real estate, health care, and franchising. I received a bachelor's degree in English and public communication from Florida Atlantic University in 2008, and am currently pursuing a master's degree in communication there. In my free time, I read fantasy novels, plays video games, and take advantage of South Florida's perennial summer at the beach.

Posts by Brandon Ballenger

Verizon and Cablevision Support Unbundling Channels You Don’t Care About

Mar 20, 2013 - Two major cable providers finally agree with consumers who want to ditch and stop paying for channels they don't watch.

In Massachusetts, Stores Can’t Ask For Your Zip Code

Mar 20, 2013 - The State Supreme Court ruled a craft store broke the law by asking for zip codes at checkout to spam customers.

Senator: Why Does The Minimum Wage Rise So Slowly?

Mar 20, 2013 - Elizabeth Warren argues that if pay were tied to productivity, the minimum wage would be $22 today.

Coming Soon: Money 101

Mar 19, 2013 - The nonprofit Council for Economic Education has worked with teachers to develop money lessons for grade schoolers.

Stores That Don’t Sell Anything?

Mar 19, 2013 - At a clothing store called Bonobos you can try things on, but you'll never walk out with a purchase.

Southern California BBB Sold Good Business Ratings

Mar 19, 2013 - A chapter of the Better Business Bureau has been kicked to the curb after the national organization discovered it was taking money in exchange for better rankings.

Study: An Active Lifestyle Is As Good as the Gym

Mar 18, 2013 - Researchers found people who exercise naturally tend to work out more than people going to the gym, and even a few minutes of exercise has a positive effect.

Chelsea Clinton: Living Large in Manhattan

Mar 18, 2013 - It has six and a half bathrooms and cost more than $10 million.

The Vatican Deficit-Spends Too

Mar 18, 2013 - In 2011, the Holy See saw a $19 million budget gap. Will the Pope of the poor fix it and other financial problems?

12 Ways Skimping Now Can Blow Up in Your Face Later

Mar 18, 2013 - Smart spending is obviously a good idea. But can there be too much of a good thing?

Consumer Watchdog Eyeing Student Loan Business

Mar 15, 2013 - The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau wants to take a role in overseeing student loan companies to make sure borrowers are treated fairly.

Chinese Firm Investing Big In U.S. Natural Gas

Mar 15, 2013 - ENN Group is muscling into the American energy market with $50 million for trucker gas stations this year. It already has a big investment in solar, too.

Think Before Paying Taxes With a Credit Card

Mar 15, 2013 - The IRS doesn't care how you pay, and the fees can be high.

Expert: The Economy Is Picking Up Steam

Mar 14, 2013 - JP Morgan chief U.S. economist Michael Feroli says the second half of 2013 should bring more economic momentum.

Wind Energy is Blowing Away Nuclear

Mar 14, 2013 - The nuclear industry provides 19 percent of American electricity. Wind provides just 3.4 percent, but gaining ground is proving to be a breeze.