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
We’ll Work an Extra Five Days to Pay Taxes This Year
Apr 06, 2013 - Americans will spend one more work week paying off all our taxes in 2013 compared to last year. But historically, that's not bad.
Is Your Job Killing You?
Apr 06, 2013 - New research says job stress might cause more heart problems than smoking.
American Taxpayers About to Lose Nearly $1 Billion
Apr 06, 2013 - And most of it belongs to the people who could use it most. See if you're owed hundreds from Uncle Sam, before it's too late.
Retailers Keep Databases of Thieving Employees
Apr 05, 2013 - Robbing your workplace may get you blacklisted and make it hard to find another job in the retail industry.
Walmart Considering Customer-Driven Delivery Service
Apr 05, 2013 - If Walmart offered to pay you to drop off some stuff to your neighbors on the way home, would you?
Credit Card Delinquency At 18-Year Low
Apr 05, 2013 - People are staying on top of many types of loans better than they have in a long while, which is good news for consumers and the economy.
For Rent Signs Reach a 12-Year Low
Apr 04, 2013 - Meanwhile, the average apartment now rents for $1,102.
How the Great Recession Changed Our Habits
Apr 03, 2013 - Five years later, people feel more prepared for retirement and are making bigger contributions to their 401Ks. Most have less debt, too.
Foreclosure Victims Eligible to Try Again
Apr 03, 2013 - A second chance is possible after just a few years, if you play your cards right.
Do We Need Voice Mail Anymore?
Apr 03, 2013 - Younger people who drive technology trends think voice mail takes too long to get to the point, and favor text messages or email instead. Phone companies notice.
Amazon’s Got a Secret
Apr 03, 2013 - Is the company making a smartphone? A recent hire suggests it might be.
Supreme Court Decision Could Mean Faster Generic Drugs
Apr 02, 2013 - While the case isn't getting as much attention as gay marriage, the financial impact could be measured in billions.
TurboTax Wants to Keep Your Taxes Complex
Apr 02, 2013 - In some countries, taxes are virtually automatic: No need to hire anybody or spend hours with forms and receipts. But not here, and the company behind TurboTax is spending millions to keep it that way.
Hotels Still Packing on Hidden Resort Fees
Apr 02, 2013 - Despite a government warning that hotels may be breaking the law by hiding fees, many are still tacking on $30-a-night extra charges.
Social Security Benefits Protected In Bankruptcy
Apr 02, 2013 - A federal appeals court ruled creditors can't demand Social Security benefits be used to repay debts in Chapter 13 bankruptcy.
