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
Can You Claim a Home Office Tax Deduction?
Feb 18, 2013 - If you're one of the millions of Americans who work from home, don't pass up a deduction that could be worth thousands. Here's how to tell if you qualify.
Euro Zone Slips Deeper Into Recession
Feb 15, 2013 - The economy here may not be doing great, but at least we're not those guys.
Family Getting $63 Million for Medicine That Blinded Daughter
Feb 15, 2013 - 10 years ago, Children's Motrin put her in the hospital for months and left her disabled. The family sued, saying there was no warning.
Homeless Man Returns Diamond Ring
Feb 15, 2013 - It was accidentally given to him as a donation, but he didn't try to cash in.
The Cheapest Place to Buy a Used Car
Feb 14, 2013 - Some cities beat the national average used car price by more than five percent. But others can cost almost 10 percent more than the average.
Heart Attack Grill Spokesman Dies of Heart Attack
Feb 14, 2013 - He's the second spokesman to die in as many years.
Cheapest New Cars to Own for 5 Years
Feb 13, 2013 - Kelley Blue Book's annual study of cheap-to-own cars shows you can spend less than $40,000 over five years on several new vehicles.
Tax Tattlers Snag $125 Million
Feb 13, 2013 - Want a big check from the government? Snitch on rich tax cheaters. The IRS awards up to a third of the money it reclaims from tax cheaters through its whistleblower program.
Another Use for Silica Gel Packets
Feb 13, 2013 - You know those little throwaway packets in new products that feel like they have beads inside? You can keep and reuse them.
Will Basketball Stars Soon Be Walking Ads?
Feb 12, 2013 - The people who run the NBA think they can make $100 million a year off ads on jerseys.
American Express Users Get Discounts on Twitter
Feb 12, 2013 - Got an Amex card and a Twitter account? You can get exclusive deals, like a $25 gift card for $15.
Your Credit Report Likely Has Costly Mistakes
Feb 12, 2013 - There's a better than 25 percent chance somebody (besides you) messed up your credit report. If so, it's costing you money – but it's free to fix!
Apple Patenting Solar-Powered Phone, Working on Wrist Devices
Feb 11, 2013 - While these projects may or may not ever see the light of day, there's plenty of evidence Apple is still thinking and experimenting outside the box.
Sometimes Debt Collectors Say Crazy Things
Feb 11, 2013 - Like, "Pay us or we're going to take your children" and "we'll eat your dog."
