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.
T-Mobile and MetroPCS Will Merge
Brandon Ballenger 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
Brandon Ballenger 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
Brandon Ballenger 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
Brandon Ballenger 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
Brandon Ballenger 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
Brandon Ballenger 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
Brandon Ballenger on October 3, 2012
Thanks to Congress, the cost of a gallon of milk may double next year.
Has the Recession Hurt Baby-Making?
Brandon Ballenger on October 3, 2012
Experts say the economy’s punched us right in the collective baby-maker, with 2011 data showing the lowest number of American births in more than a decade.
Bald Guys Appear ‘Tougher’?
Brandon Ballenger on October 3, 2012
New research shows shaved-bald guys are seen as taller, stronger, more manly, authoritative, and dominant than men with thinning or full hair.
How Often People Miss Work
Brandon Ballenger on October 3, 2012
According to a new survey, big companies say their employees don’t show up 3.5 percent of the time. Many of them don’t think it’s hurt productivity or profits.
Cute Animals May Make Us Work Better
Brandon Ballenger on October 2, 2012
Japanese researchers have found pictures of kittens and puppies make people more careful and efficient at certain tasks.
The Doctor Doesn’t Need to See You Now
Brandon Ballenger on October 2, 2012
The Census Bureau finds people are visiting medical providers less often than in 2001, although seniors still need frequent care.
Millionaires Collected Unemployment During Recession
Brandon Ballenger on October 2, 2012
954,000 homes making income over $100,000 and a few thousand millionaires are among those who collected unemployment benefits in 2009.
Honda Recalling More Than 600,000 Cars
Brandon Ballenger on October 2, 2012
A flaw in 2003-2007 Accords may allow power steering fluid to leak and cause an engine fire.
Report: IRS May Have Ignored Consumer Rights
Brandon Ballenger on October 2, 2012
A new audit of IRS practices found the group may have overlooked some taxpayers’ legal representatives in collection investigations.
A Sneaky Way to Get Discounts Online
Brandon Ballenger on October 1, 2012
Tempted to buy something online, but not sure the price is right? Teasing may get rewarded, says Time magazine.
10 Used Cars to Avoid
Brandon Ballenger on October 1, 2012
Using reliability and safety reports plus resale values, Forbes put together a list of 10 used cars to steer clear of.
Get Your Social Security Statements Online
Brandon Ballenger on October 1, 2012
You can now estimate and apply for Social Security benefits online, plus track lifetime earnings.
IRS May Have Missed $5 Billion in Fraud
Brandon Ballenger on October 1, 2012
The Journal of Accountancy is calling out the IRS for 1.5 million tax refunds that could have been fraudulently claimed through identity theft.
Doctor’s Office: The Video Game!
Brandon Ballenger on October 1, 2012
The U.S. government has published a free short video game designed to teach health care pros about protecting patient privacy and records.
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