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.
Cab Driver Finds $221,510
Brandon Ballenger on October 10, 2012
It’s amazing what people leave behind in Las Vegas.
Big Bird Doesn’t Make Endorsements
Brandon Ballenger on October 10, 2012
The Sesame Workshop wants the Obama campaign to stop using Big Bird in a campaign ad.
Government Pumps $20 Million into Manufacturing
Brandon Ballenger on October 10, 2012
A weirdly named government taskforce is handing out money to promising businesses, hoping to give the economy a boost in nine states.
Watch Out for Rental Rip-Offs
Brandon Ballenger on October 10, 2012
Home renters beware: Crooks are charging rent for property they don’t own.
Dance for Free Drinks
Brandon Ballenger on October 10, 2012
Would you dance in public for a free soda? South Koreans would – come see.
5 Traits That Get People Hired
Brandon Ballenger on October 9, 2012
Employers have judged you 30 seconds into an interview. Here’s how to make them like you.
Free Apps That Save Money
Brandon Ballenger on October 9, 2012
The latest Consumer Reports mag has a list of handy smartphone apps for consumers. Here are a few of them.
Are You Prepared for Fire or Natural Disaster?
Brandon Ballenger on October 9, 2012
Do you know how long you have to get out after a smoke detector sounds, or how often you should replace them? Do you have a plan if your house starts burning down?
More Hondas at Risk of Fire
Brandon Ballenger 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
Brandon Ballenger 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
Brandon Ballenger 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?
Brandon Ballenger 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
Brandon Ballenger 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
Brandon Ballenger on October 8, 2012
Kiplinger reveals a round-up of handy travel sites to save you money.
15 Jobs That Require the Most Coffee
Brandon Ballenger 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
Brandon Ballenger 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
Brandon Ballenger 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
Brandon Ballenger 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!
Brandon Ballenger 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
Brandon Ballenger on October 5, 2012
The secret to making pure gold has been discovered – as part of an art project.
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