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
Netflix Snags Cartoon Network Deal
Jan 14, 2013 - It will help the business compete with the expanded offerings of Hulus Plus and Amazon Prime.
The Most Expensive 2013 Cars to Insure
Jan 14, 2013 - One brand dominates the list of new cars with high insurance rates.
We’re Back to Racking Up Personal Debt
Jan 11, 2013 - Perhaps in a sign that the economy is improving, people are becoming more financially reckless again.
You Can’t File Taxes Till February
Jan 11, 2013 - Congress' dithering over the fiscal cliff means the IRS had to update a bunch of forms and rules, pushing back its schedule. Some will have to wait even longer.
Want a 27-Inch Tablet?
Jan 11, 2013 - Starting this summer you can replace your coffee table with a TV-sized coffee tablet that multiple people can simultaneously play with.
The Daily Show’s Take On Bad Banks
Jan 11, 2013 - Watch Jon Stewart rip HSBC and AIG a new one – which, let's be honest, is the least they deserve.
Toyota and Audi Have Driverless Cars
Jan 10, 2013 - While they still require human help, the companies are showing off the tricks computer-run cars can do.
Study: Weight Loss Is an Emotional Problem
Jan 10, 2013 - Researchers say eating when we're upset is one of the biggest reasons we don't manage weight well. Bigger than what we choose to eat.
Target Makes Online Price Matching Permanent
Jan 10, 2013 - Buy something in-store and then hunt for a better price online – including at Amazon.
Coming Soon: The Budget iPhone
Jan 10, 2013 - Apple may offer a low-end version of the iPhone for less than $150 later this year.
Google Admits to Blocking Microsoft From Maps
Jan 10, 2013 - First they said they didn't, but now they admit it. And why.
2013 Forecast: Stocks, Housing, and Oil Prices
Jan 10, 2013 - Every year, we round up economic predictions from some of the smartest experts around. Then we get opinions from average people on the street, too. Who do you think will be right?
How to Make Your Yahoo Mail More Secure
Jan 09, 2013 - You can now make your Yahoo emails as secure as those in Gmail and Windows Live (Hotmail).
Study: Docs Prescribe More Expensive Drugs Than Needed
Jan 09, 2013 - Sometimes it's because patients request it. Sometimes it's because the doctors get free stuff.
