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
What You Wear at Work Still Affects Promotion Chances
May 29, 2013 - Managers place less emphasis on dress codes than they did 6 years ago, but what you wear still matters. Especially if it's a chicken suit.
More Moms Than Ever Are the Breadwinners
May 29, 2013 - In 40 percent of homes with children, Mom is the primary source of income for the family. Is that a good thing?
Do You Need Treatment for Low Testosterone?
May 29, 2013 - Experts say testosterone replacement poses health risks and that safer — and far cheaper — solutions may be available.
Milestones That Affect Used Car Prices
May 28, 2013 - The odometer can play an important role in the price of a car. Whether you're buying or selling, here are the marks to pay attention to.
Researchers Have Tips to Minimize Jet Lag
May 28, 2013 - Planning a little time (zone) travel soon? Here's a summary of current research on how to get your body's internal clock synchronized.
New Labels Reveal Where Your Meat Was Born, Raised and Killed
May 28, 2013 - New U.S. Department of Agriculture rules require more specific information on certain cuts of meat.
A Tax Break for Burning Chicken Poop?
May 27, 2013 - The IRS has some bizarre tax incentives on the books. Here are the ones experts consider the worst.
Teen Invents Tiny Device That Can Instantly Charge Phones
May 27, 2013 - Eesha Khare's science fair entry beat nearly 1,600 other inventions from around the world and won her $50,000.
Used Computer Sells for $671,400
May 27, 2013 - One of the original Apple computers, hand-built by co-founder Steve Wozniak, just sold at auction for a record price.
Walmart’s Plan to Fill Empty Shelves: Green Dots
May 24, 2013 - The company may also tie executive pay to how well its stores are kept stocked, if shareholders support the idea.
Half of College Grads Surprised by Their High Debt
May 24, 2013 - Nearly three-quarters of this year's college grads have college-related debt -- averaging $35,200. Shocked? So are the grads.
That Green Tea Drink May Not Be As Healthy As You Think
May 24, 2013 - A new study examining what's in green tea beverages and tea bags found some surprising things.
You Can Get Paid to Write Fan Fiction
May 23, 2013 - Amazon's opening up popular copyrighted worlds for fans to write about — and you can make money doing it.
Feds Are Sending $700,000 to Victims of Insurance Scheme
May 23, 2013 - Some people who received nearly worthless medical discounts when they expected health insurance will get a refund, the FTC says. Here's how to avoid making the same mistake they did.
Offshore Profits Actually Stashed in New York?
May 23, 2013 - Apple's $102 billion in "offshore" profits is actually sitting in Manhattan — but the IRS can't touch it.
