Author: 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.
15 States Where the Most People Have Health Insurance
Brandon Ballenger on September 22, 2023
These places have the smallest share of residents without health insurance coverage.
Beware These 10 Signs of Identity Theft
Brandon Ballenger on September 18, 2023
These red flags signal that your financial data or other personal information may have been stolen.
Key Ingredient in Popular Cold Medicines Does Nothing, Experts Say
Brandon Ballenger on September 14, 2023
An advisory group for federal regulators now officially agrees with decades of research suggesting the ingredient is ineffective.
7 Surprising Perks of AAA Membership
Brandon Ballenger on September 12, 2023
Your local auto club may have a lot more to offer than fixing flats and towing you to a mechanic.
The Final Stretch: 6 Ways To Boost Savings As Retirement Nears
Brandon Ballenger on September 9, 2023
Falling behind on your retirement savings? These simple habits can thicken your wallet in no time.
12 Types of Retirement Income That Are Not Taxable
Brandon Ballenger on September 6, 2023
There are lots of things Uncle Sam can’t touch — so long as you play by the rules.
Your Phone Plan Might Cost More Soon — Unless You Do This
Brandon Ballenger on September 5, 2023
Verizon, AT&T and T-Mobile are all adopting this policy, according to a new report.
11 Services You Didn’t Know Social Security Offers
Brandon Ballenger on September 4, 2023
There’s more to the Social Security Administration than just dishing out retirement benefits.
8 Streaming Services Raising Prices in 2023
Brandon Ballenger on September 1, 2023
Many of these increases took effect in the summer, but a couple are yet to come.
9 Grocery Shopping Mistakes That Will Cost You
Brandon Ballenger on August 31, 2023
Shop smarter and turn your grocery receipts into something to smile about.
The 15 Worst States for Retirees in 2023
Brandon Ballenger on August 30, 2023
Based on such categories as affordability, quality of life and health care, these are not ideal places to spend retirement.
25 Medicare Drugs That Have Skyrocketed in Price
Brandon Ballenger on August 29, 2023
An analysis finds this small handful of drugs accounts for more than a third of all Medicare prescription drug spending.
10 Places With the Highest Homebuyer Demand in 2023
Brandon Ballenger on August 29, 2023
Prospective buyers are very interested in these suburban communities for their affordability and larger homes.
5 Home Services You Should Not Pay For
Brandon Ballenger on August 28, 2023
Some can be had for free, and others are of dubious value.
7 Unexpected Perks of Delaying Retirement
Brandon Ballenger on August 23, 2023
Staying in the workplace longer can have overlooked advantages.
9 States That Have Lowered Property Taxes in 2023
Brandon Ballenger and Karla Bowsher on August 21, 2023
Homeowners, rejoice: Property tax relief is already underway in these states.
5 Little-Known Tactics To Raise Your Credit Score
Brandon Ballenger on August 15, 2023
Because there’s only so much you can take of being told to “pay your bills on time.”
4 Alternatives to Owning a Printer
Brandon Ballenger on August 14, 2023
The handful of times most people still need one no longer justify the cost. And it’s easy for the average person to go digital.
The Rich Are Changing Their Spending Habits. Should You?
Brandon Ballenger on August 14, 2023
There may be a misunderstanding about consumer spending among the top 1%. Here’s what experts think is happening.
29 Amazon Brands To Shop Before They’re Gone for Good
Brandon Ballenger on August 11, 2023
A new report says Amazon is in the process of shuttering several of its private labels.
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