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
Crowd Funding: More Money for Small Business
Jul 04, 2012 - Want to raise a million dollars for your small business, or possibly get in on the ground floor of the next Facebook? Learn JOBS Act and next year's big thing: crowd funding.
Barbecue Tips for Independence Day
Jul 03, 2012 - Try some great barbecue recipes this holiday – by learning about what the Top 500 restaurants are doing.
4 Summer Chores You Need to Do July 4
Jul 02, 2012 - Outdoor maintenance can pay for itself – especially if you get free supplies! Touch-up paint and landscaping can build curb appeal if you're looking to sell, while sealing and pest control can keep the bills down.
The 10 Best Hotels in the World, According to Expedia
Jun 28, 2012 - Check out some of the most stylish and best-value hotels in the world, according to more than 500,000 Expedia reviews.
Orbitz Shows Pricier Hotels on Macs – 5 Ways to Save
Jun 27, 2012 - Want to pay less for hotels? Here's how to get around Orbitz's new trick, and other ways to save...
4 Ways to Reduce the Stress of Flying
Jun 26, 2012 - Wish you had a little more space and a little less aggravation on your last flight? Check out these travel hacks to make airplanes less stressful.
Cool New Car or Free Gas?
Jun 25, 2012 - Want a year or two of free gas? Skip the depreciation hit from buying a cool car new and spend it at the pump instead.
10 Ways to Waste Money on Tech
Jun 22, 2012 - You’ll be a lot richer if you don’t blow money on these dumb tech moves. How many are you guilty of?
America’s Most Popular Zoos – and 7 Ways to Save
Jun 22, 2012 - A visit to the animal kingdom can be a memorable family outing. Some of our nation's most popular zoos are in places you'd least expect - here's where to go and how to save when you get there.
Rental Cars: 7 Ways to Stay Safe and Save
Jun 21, 2012 - Car renters have always had to worry about tons of fees – now they might have to worry about safety recalls too. Learn how to protect yourself and your wallet.
14 Things You Should Always Buy Used
Jun 18, 2012 - Would you like to be $5,000 to $50,000 richer by this time next year? It might be as simple as thinking "pre-owned" rather than new. Here's a list of things you should never buy new - see if you can add to it.
5 Ways to Lose Weight at Work
Jun 14, 2012 - Think you're too busy with work and life to lose weight? Try these tips and see if you can get healthier while being productive.
3 Lessons Car Shoppers Can Learn From the News
Jun 11, 2012 - Are you in the market for a new car? You might be surprised to learn that one of the most popular models is also among the least safe, or that fuel-efficient special editions aren't worth the money.
15 Great Jobs That Don’t Require a College Education
May 31, 2012 - Reconsidering college after seeing the price tag? Good news: Plenty of jobs don't require a degree – and you can always change your mind later if you want to move up.
Restaurants: 4 Ways to Eat Healthier for Less
May 30, 2012 - We eat out to indulge ourselves, not for the health benefits. Even so, new research suggests we're getting more calories and less value than you might expect.
