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.
The 15 Most Expensive States for Retirees in 2023
Brandon Ballenger on March 14, 2023
While these places all have good things going for them, being affordable is not one of them.
The 9 Biggest Union Strikes of 2022
Brandon Ballenger on March 11, 2023
There were more strikes than normal last year, and these were the biggest.
11 Retirement Milestones Everyone Should Know
Brandon Ballenger on March 9, 2023
How many of these retirement-related ages and deadlines have you prepared for?
A 5-Minute Fix for People Who Sit All Day
Brandon Ballenger on March 6, 2023
This prescription isn’t too hard to swallow.
Try This to Replace Cable for $25 Per Month
Brandon Ballenger on March 6, 2023
The world of a la carte streaming can be overwhelming and expensive. This makes it simple and affordable.
6 Income Tax Breaks That Retirees Often Overlook
Brandon Ballenger on March 4, 2023
Did you realize all these tax credits and deductions exist — or that they apply to retirees?
Google Wants to Be Your Personal Shopping Assistant
Brandon Ballenger on March 3, 2023
New and improved tools help you find what you want to buy online — down to the size, color and shipping cost.
12 Types of Retirement Income That Are Not Taxable
Brandon Ballenger on March 3, 2023
There are lots of things Uncle Sam can’t touch — so long as you play by the rules.
10 States Where Building a Home Beats Buying One
Brandon Ballenger on March 3, 2023
Right now, in more than a third of the country, you can save money by building instead of buying.
7 Small Splurges That Can Make a Big Difference in Your Life
Brandon Ballenger on March 1, 2023
Some purchases are hard to justify — but others make so much sense you’ll wonder how you ever lived without them.
7 Great Places to Retire in the Pacific Northwest
Brandon Ballenger on February 23, 2023
This region has a few urban centers with a lot of breathtaking beaches, mountains and forests in between.
6 Ways to Improve Your Home Wi-Fi Connection
Brandon Ballenger on February 21, 2023
Don’t settle for lousy internet.
9 Things Unlikely to Get Cheaper Anytime Soon
Brandon Ballenger on February 21, 2023
Some prices — like that of gasoline — can change daily. But these things, not so much.
7 Siri Commands Every iPhone User Should Know
Brandon Ballenger on February 20, 2023
It can do a lot more than call people and answer trivia questions.
6 Ways to Get Your Taxes Done for Free
Brandon Ballenger on February 14, 2023
Don’t fork over hundreds of dollars to a tax professional to prepare your taxes.
The 5 Best and 5 Worst Airports in the U.S.
Brandon Ballenger on February 11, 2023
A new report highlights the biggest pains and the smoothest sailing for air travelers.
4 Super Bowl Groceries That Are Cheaper This Year — and 2 That Cost More
Brandon Ballenger on February 7, 2023
Game day food may be a little less harsh on your budget this year, depending on what you like.
4 Pitfalls for New Medicare Enrollees
Brandon Ballenger and Marilyn Lewis on February 3, 2023
Medicare’s rules are exacting, and penalties can be stiff and sometimes permanent.
7 Unexpected Perks of Delaying Retirement
Brandon Ballenger on February 2, 2023
Staying in the workplace longer can have overlooked advantages.
6 Free Tools That Help You Prepare for Natural Disasters
Brandon Ballenger on January 28, 2023
There are many federal government and nonprofit websites to help homebuyers and others trying to understand the risks where they live.
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