B.T. Ballenger
Verizon Has Best 4G Wireless Network
B.T. Ballenger on August 25, 2012
Except in the Midwest, a survey says. But do consumers even care?
Bank of America Kills Zombies
B.T. Ballenger on August 23, 2012
The megabank got some braaaains and promised to stop reopening accounts consumers have closed.
What’s Your City’s Favorite Cocktail?
B.T. Ballenger on August 25, 2012
According to T.G.I. Friday’s, probably a Long Island Iced Tea. Also according to T.G.I. Friday’s, maybe not.
We Give Credit Cards to China Now
B.T. Ballenger on August 23, 2012
Citigroup just became the first international bank to issue a solely-branded credit card in China.
Airlines Activate Legroom Shrink Ray
B.T. Ballenger on August 22, 2012
For the same fares, you’ll get less space on two more airlines. But one of them will offer you more – for a price.
Dining Discount: Shut Your Mouth
B.T. Ballenger on August 22, 2012
An LA restaurant will cut you a break if you stop tapping and yapping on your phone while you eat.
Somebody Is Getting $45,000 for Snitching
B.T. Ballenger on August 22, 2012
An anonymous good samaritan will probably get another $250,000 for reporting major fraud to the government.
A Travel Sites and Hotels Conspiracy?
B.T. Ballenger on August 22, 2012
A new lawsuit says travel sites all show the same prices because they’re gaming the system.
Do Seniors Pay More for Checking?
B.T. Ballenger on August 23, 2012
Senior checking accounts are, at best, the same as basic accounts – and sometimes worse.
How to Find the Right Pros to Buy or Sell Your Home
B.T. Ballenger on August 22, 2012
Whether you want in or out of a home, the right professional can make the process cheaper and smoother.
Free Help for 42 Million Caregivers
B.T. Ballenger on August 21, 2012
Are you a caregiver? It’s not unusual to care for both your children and aging parents at the same time – which is why AARP offers free resources to help cope with the stress and complexity.
Who are the Richest People in Congress?
B.T. Ballenger on August 21, 2012
Democrats dominate the top 10, Republicans the top 50.
Meet The Frugal Billionaire
B.T. Ballenger on August 21, 2012
Stanford University professor David Cheriton is a billionaire who pretends he isn’t.
The Hot List: Cars Stolen Most Often
B.T. Ballenger on August 21, 2012
Honda models from the mid-90s top the list of cars criminals hijacked last year. See the list and how to protect yours…
Fear of Needles Keeps Many Away From Vaccines
B.T. Ballenger on August 21, 2012
A majority of Americans will probably skip a flu shot, although new, much-smaller needles may change some minds.
College Grads Lead the Jobs Recovery
B.T. Ballenger on August 21, 2012
A new study shows the lifetime earnings of college-educated workers are nearly double those without degrees. The unemployment rate for recent high school grads is also four times as high as for recent college grads.
The 10 Most Beautiful Cars Ever – and What They Cost
B.T. Ballenger on August 21, 2012
The mid-1950s to the mid-1970s produced some of the coolest cars ever – which are worth millions today.
11 Ways Americans Feel Guilty for Not Going Green
B.T. Ballenger on August 20, 2012
Nearly two in five Americans are ashamed of how much food they throw away. What makes you feel wasteful?
Companies’ Politics Affect the Lawsuits They Face
B.T. Ballenger on August 20, 2012
A new study says Republican-leaning firms get sued more often for civil rights issues. Democrats? More often for securities fraud.
More Parents Saving for College with 529 Plans
B.T. Ballenger on August 20, 2012
Want to start a college fund? 529s have tax benefits – and parents who use them save more than those who don’t.
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