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.

More Hondas at Risk of Fire
More Hondas at Risk of Fire

on October 9, 2012

Another week, another recall. Find out what might catch on fire this time in over 250,000 cars.

The Social Media Job Hunt
The Social Media Job Hunt

on October 9, 2012

More people are using social networks to help find work – even if they already have jobs.

Credit 101 for High School Grads
Credit 101 for High School Grads

on October 8, 2012

Passing math isn’t the same as understanding how credit works – and your grade here matters a lot longer.

Consumer Bureau: A Job Creator?
Consumer Bureau: A Job Creator?

on October 8, 2012

A government crackdown on bad practices in the financial industry is scaring some companies into lawyering up.

Walmart’s Got a New Prepaid Card
Walmart’s Got a New Prepaid Card

on October 8, 2012

The company’s partnering with American Express to offer a new option: Bluebird. See how its fees stack up to the others.

23 Ways to Save on Travel
23 Ways to Save on Travel

on October 8, 2012

Kiplinger reveals a round-up of handy travel sites to save you money.

15 Jobs That Require the Most Coffee
15 Jobs That Require the Most Coffee

on October 8, 2012

Coffee lovers, how do your drinking habits stack up with other professions? Find out who is most serious about getting caffeinated.

6 Part-Time Jobs with Benefits
6 Part-Time Jobs with Benefits

on October 5, 2012

Combining the insurance of full-time with the flexibility of part-time? It could happen, if you’re qualified for one of these occupations.

More People Are Working From Home
More People Are Working From Home

on October 5, 2012

In 2010, 4.3 percent of American workers did their jobs from home. Half of them were self-employed, but opportunities are growing fast in certain fields, too.

West Nile Virus Deaths Rise
West Nile Virus Deaths Rise

on October 5, 2012

At least 16 have died since last week. This is the worst year for West Nile virus cases since 2003.

More Jobs!
More Jobs!

on October 5, 2012

The unemployment rate drops to a three-year low, and data reveals that we gained more jobs over the summer than initial estimates suggested.

Bacteria Produces Pure Gold
Bacteria Produces Pure Gold

on October 5, 2012

The secret to making pure gold has been discovered – as part of an art project.

Gas Prices Dropping – in Some Places
Gas Prices Dropping – in Some Places

on October 4, 2012

Right now gas prices range from an average of about $3.50 in some states to about $4.25 in others. Who’s getting lucky?

T-Mobile and MetroPCS Will Merge
T-Mobile and MetroPCS Will Merge

on October 4, 2012

Two of the smaller telecom companies will join forces to take on the big three: Sprint, AT&T, and Verizon. Find out what’s good and bad about the likely merger.

Don’t Text and Walk
Don’t Text and Walk

on October 4, 2012

Guess how many teenage pedestrians who get hit by cars are distracted by their phones at the time.

Best Buy May Cut Prices Online
Best Buy May Cut Prices Online

on October 4, 2012

Planning out your Black Friday yet? It’s a safe bet Best Buy is, and they know you’re looking at Amazon.

What You Missed From the Debate
What You Missed From the Debate

on October 4, 2012

Didn’t watch the presidential debate? Here’s everything you need: the schedule, the facts, the transcript, and more.

Homeowners: Get Your Share of Bank Billions
Homeowners: Get Your Share of Bank Billions

on October 4, 2012

Is your home worth less than you owe? Was it foreclosed between 2008 and 2011? Was your loan serviced by one of the five biggest lenders? You may be entitled to a chunk of one of the biggest civil settlements in history.

Student Pays for College with Rebates
Student Pays for College with Rebates

on October 3, 2012

Don’t believe in rebates? This guy paid for $3,500 in college tuition with rebates from everyday items he purchased (and often resold) online.

Milk May Cost More Than Gas Soon
Milk May Cost More Than Gas Soon

on October 3, 2012

Thanks to Congress, the cost of a gallon of milk may double next year.

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