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
Consumer Alert: Watch Pet Treats
Sep 19, 2012 - The federal government warns more pets are getting sick from imported chicken jerky treats.
It’s National Cheeseburger Day
Sep 18, 2012 - Denny's wants you to know, and try out their new burger options. There's a coupon involved.
Middle-aged Men: Get Antioxidants
Sep 18, 2012 - New medical research suggests the recommended amount of antioxidants can boost sperm quality in older men.
Restaurant Franchises Are Growing
Sep 18, 2012 - A restaurant industry research group says casual restaurant chains are franchising more stores because it's cheaper.
Google Now Has More Movies and TV
Sep 18, 2012 - Following Amazon, Google just announced a deal to expand its rent-or-buy digital library – with Fox.
Young Adults Aren’t Buying Many Cars
Sep 17, 2012 - The Internet and walkable urban areas have reduced the need for car ownership. Plus, young people are poor.
Debt as Art
Sep 17, 2012 - A former banker is happy he got laid off. He switched his lavish lifestyle to a frugal one and now works as an artist.
Consumer Alert: Check Your Mangoes
Sep 17, 2012 - The federal government says to avoid mangoes from a Mexican producer because they may contain Salmonella.
Students With Food Allergies at Risk
Sep 17, 2012 - Children with food allergies are at risk of being bullied at school.
Walmart’s Top 20 Toys
Sep 17, 2012 - Compare and contrast: classic toys under $15 online, or the latest Furby for $55 at Walmart?
The Top 20 Childhood Toys
Sep 17, 2012 - What did you play with the most as a kid? It's probably on this list – and still affordable. Check out your favorite toys and the commercials that made them must-haves.
How TV Ads Target Young People
Sep 14, 2012 - What TV ads do young adults notice? According to new research, men like sarcasm and competition, while women prefer seeing role models and happy situations.
Google Knows What You Did Last Summer
Sep 14, 2012 - And this summer. They've used maps search data to determine the most popular summer activities and destinations in various countries.
Work Stress is a Heart Attack Risk
Sep 14, 2012 - Medical journal The Lancet recently published a study showing low-level but demanding jobs significantly raise the risk of heart disease.
iPhone 5 Sold Out Already
Sep 14, 2012 - Apple's initial inventory sold out in just one hour and they're pushing back the shipping date. This probably means longer lines in person on release day, too.
