Brandon Ballenger

I'm a freelance journalist living in South Florida. If I'm not writing, I'm playing video games or at the beach. My favorite spice is oregano, and I thought you should know. I got my bachelor's degree in English and public communication from Florida Atlantic University in 2008.

How to Minimize or Avoid Holiday Debt
How to Minimize or Avoid Holiday Debt

on December 3, 2012

Here’s advice to dodge snowballing debt this month.

Success Stories: Four Families Conquer Debt
Success Stories: Four Families Conquer Debt

on December 3, 2012

Hear how people who beat their money problems. You might learn something!

$1 on Infrastructure Boosts Economy By $2
$1 on Infrastructure Boosts Economy By $2

on December 3, 2012

Consider this the “glass half-full” view of your neighborhood roads always being under construction.

Some Still Paying Off 2011 Holiday Debt
Some Still Paying Off 2011 Holiday Debt

on December 3, 2012

Instead of “self-gifting,” many holiday shoppers might want to pay down debt.

Roll Up Your Smartphone
Roll Up Your Smartphone

on November 30, 2012

Paper-thin, flexible phones aren’t sci-fi. They may be coming next year.

How America Got Debt-Free in 1834
How America Got Debt-Free in 1834

on November 30, 2012

The last time the U.S. held almost no debt was about two centuries ago.

Amazon Ships 1,500-Pound Safes for Free
Amazon Ships 1,500-Pound Safes for Free

on November 30, 2012

Ever wondered if free shipping has limits? You’re not the only one.

Bread That Lasts Two Months?
Bread That Lasts Two Months?

on November 30, 2012

A company thinks it’s figured out how to make bread last longer – no weird chemicals involved.

Batmobile for Sale
Batmobile for Sale

on November 30, 2012

Da-na-na-na-na-na auction! The original car from the 1960s Batman show will soon be sold for millions.

Starbucks Costs More in China
Starbucks Costs More in China

on November 29, 2012

A grande latte now costs about $5 in China, while it’s still just under $4 here.

Average User Spends 7 Hours A Month on Facebook
Average User Spends 7 Hours A Month on Facebook

on November 29, 2012

That’s more than double the time spent on five other major social networks combined.

AT&T Rated Worst Carrier Again
AT&T Rated Worst Carrier Again

on November 29, 2012

Consumer Reports ranked the carrier lowest overall in its annual report, despite highlighting a great 4G LTE network.

The Woman with 678 Unpaid Parking Tickets
The Woman with 678 Unpaid Parking Tickets

on November 29, 2012

The city says she owes nearly $106,000, but she says the car isn’t hers.

More Gift Card Drawbacks
More Gift Card Drawbacks

on November 29, 2012

Learn how to avoid gift card fees when you’re stocking up for the holidays. Make sure you get your money’s worth.

Texting While Sleeping?
Texting While Sleeping?

on November 28, 2012

Read about that and other weird things people do while asleep.

Women Getting More Raises than Men
Women Getting More Raises than Men

on November 28, 2012

But men still make more, according to a new study. How come?

Bank of America Mortgage Nightmare
Bank of America Mortgage Nightmare

on November 28, 2012

His mother died, and he had to deal with the creditors who didn’t get it. Literally – one lost three death certificates.

Can Running Be Bad For Your Health?
Can Running Be Bad For Your Health?

on November 28, 2012

For older athletes, too much exercise may do more harm than good.

What Happens to Lottery Winners
What Happens to Lottery Winners

on November 28, 2012

They’re rich and happy, right? Nope: many blow it and suffer. Here’s why.

30 Percent Tax Rate for the Rich?
30 Percent Tax Rate for the Rich?

on November 27, 2012

That’s what Warren Buffett, one of the wealthiest people in the world, is proposing for millionaires.

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