Author: Brandon Ballenger
Chelsea Clinton: Living Large in Manhattan
Brandon Ballenger on March 18, 2013
It has six and a half bathrooms and cost more than $10 million.
The Vatican Deficit-Spends Too
Brandon Ballenger on March 18, 2013
In 2011, the Holy See saw a $19 million budget gap. Will the Pope of the poor fix it and other financial problems?
12 Ways Skimping Now Can Blow Up in Your Face Later
Brandon Ballenger on March 18, 2013
Smart spending is obviously a good idea. But can there be too much of a good thing?
Consumer Watchdog Eyeing Student Loan Business
Brandon Ballenger on March 15, 2013
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau wants to take a role in overseeing student loan companies to make sure borrowers are treated fairly.
Chinese Firm Investing Big In U.S. Natural Gas
Brandon Ballenger on March 15, 2013
ENN Group is muscling into the American energy market with $50 million for trucker gas stations this year. It already has a big investment in solar, too.
Think Before Paying Taxes With a Credit Card
Brandon Ballenger on March 15, 2013
The IRS doesn’t care how you pay, and the fees can be high.
Expert: The Economy Is Picking Up Steam
Brandon Ballenger on March 14, 2013
JP Morgan chief U.S. economist Michael Feroli says the second half of 2013 should bring more economic momentum.
Wind Energy is Blowing Away Nuclear
Brandon Ballenger on March 14, 2013
The nuclear industry provides 19 percent of American electricity. Wind provides just 3.4 percent, but gaining ground is proving to be a breeze.
FDA: Forcing Calorie Counts on Menus Will Take a While Longer
Brandon Ballenger on March 14, 2013
The government agency says creating a new menu-labeling law “has gotten extremely thorny.” Grocery and convenience stores are the thorns.
Celebrity Credit Reports Posted Online
Brandon Ballenger on March 13, 2013
Hackers now probably know the credit scores of everybody from Michelle Obama to Beyonce and Arnold Schwarzenegger.
Despite Job Cuts and Losses, Bankers Are Paying Themselves More
Brandon Ballenger on March 13, 2013
A new report says despite 93,000 job cuts, top banks spent billions more on their people last year.
Return of the Twinkie
Brandon Ballenger on March 13, 2013
Everyone’s favorite creamy sponge cake will return to shelves soon.
Shopping for a Loan or Savings Account? Beware Online Rate Searches
Brandon Ballenger on March 13, 2013
A percentage point difference on a mortgage rate could mean tens of thousands. That’s why it’s important to use online rate searches – but not until you understand how they work.
2 Million People Quit Their Jobs Every Month
Brandon Ballenger on March 12, 2013
Even with unemployment near 8 percent, many people just can’t stand where they work.
How Companies Are Limiting Your Ability to Sue
Brandon Ballenger on March 12, 2013
You probably haven’t noticed, but in the past couple of years, Sony, Microsoft and Netflix have all change the rules to keep you from joining a class-action lawsuit.
Do You Live in the Fattest State?
Brandon Ballenger on March 12, 2013
More than 1.8 million people live in the state with the highest obesity rate. One out of every three adults there is seriously overweight.
Google Glass Already Being Banned In Some Places
Brandon Ballenger on March 11, 2013
The tech company’s eye-catching eyewear isn’t even for sale yet, but that isn’t stopping at least one business from rejecting it.
Scammers Now Accept Prepaid Cards
Brandon Ballenger on March 11, 2013
The ripoffs are the same old deal, but now MoneyPak is an acceptable method to part you from your money.
Will We Soon Be Able to Resell E-Books and Digital Music?
Brandon Ballenger on March 11, 2013
Apple and Amazon appear to be building systems for selling used e-books, as well as digital music, movies and software. Publishers and media companies aren’t thrilled.
Apple, Google and Microsoft Hoarding More Cash Offshore
Brandon Ballenger on March 8, 2013
In the past two years, the tech companies have more than doubled the amount of cash they’ve tucked away out of Uncle Sam’s reach. Between the three it’s now $134.5 billion.
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