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.

How Much Tax Do the Most Profitable Companies Pay?
How Much Tax Do the Most Profitable Companies Pay?

on August 16, 2012

IBM paid only 1 percent of their earnings to Uncle Sam in taxes last year. Apple paid only 11 percent. How can companies earning billions be in a lower tax bracket than you are?

10 Affordable New Cars for College Students
10 Affordable New Cars for College Students

on August 15, 2012

Kelley Blue Book ranked 10 vehicles under 16 grand as good buys for the back-to-school crowd. Check ’em out.

Avoid Drought Price Hikes – 20 Ways to Save on Food
Avoid Drought Price Hikes – 20 Ways to Save on Food

on August 14, 2012

A rough summer’s going to hit us at the grocery store, but these tips can help offset rising food prices.

20 Big Cities Where Buying a House Beats Renting
20 Big Cities Where Buying a House Beats Renting

on August 13, 2012

Do you live in one of the 5,355 cities where owning a home becomes cheaper than renting one within three years? Maybe it’s time to start shopping.

4 Tips to Insure Your College Student – and Save
4 Tips to Insure Your College Student – and Save

on August 13, 2012

Classes start soon, so time for a pop quiz: Is your student properly insured? Here’s a cheat sheet.

Small Businesses Hiring: 4 Tips for Job Seekers
Small Businesses Hiring: 4 Tips for Job Seekers

on August 13, 2012

21 percent of small business owners plan to hire in the next few months, says a new survey. By knowing what they’re looking for, you’ll increase your odds of landing a job.

Will Millennials Eat All Their Money?
Will Millennials Eat All Their Money?

on August 10, 2012

A new survey says young people are more likely to eat out – and are most influenced by coupons.

A Quick, Free Way to Watch All of the Olympics
A Quick, Free Way to Watch All of the Olympics

on August 8, 2012

Here’s a super-easy, foolproof trick to watch the Olympics online – including what you’ve already missed.

6 Steps to Ditch Your Bank Without Fees and Hassle
6 Steps to Ditch Your Bank Without Fees and Hassle

on August 7, 2012

You shouldn’t have to break the bank to escape it. Here’s how to save time and money switching to a new one.

10 Weird and Affordable Hotels
10 Weird and Affordable Hotels

on August 6, 2012

Not satisfied with the ordinary hotel experience? You won’t forget a stay at these places.

6 Free Ways to Protect Your Identity
6 Free Ways to Protect Your Identity

on August 3, 2012

Identity theft affects millions, costs billions, and is a nightmare to sort out. But you can get protection – and it’s free.

6 Ways to Get Better Cell Phone Customer Service
6 Ways to Get Better Cell Phone Customer Service

on August 2, 2012

Phone reps and cluttered websites wasting your time? Here’s how to get your problems fixed faster, with less hassle.

Do You Need Pet Insurance? 6 Ways to Save on Care
Do You Need Pet Insurance? 6 Ways to Save on Care

on August 2, 2012

Here’s a list of the funniest pet names of the year. Know what’s not funny? Vet bills. We tell you how to save with a smile.

6 Ways to Succeed at Your Damn Job
6 Ways to Succeed at Your Damn Job

on August 1, 2012

Want a raise or promotion? Stand out for all the right reasons, and not the wrong ones – like having a potty mouth.

The 4 Funniest Surveys of the Month
The 4 Funniest Surveys of the Month

on July 31, 2012

How much do friends cost? Curious which country loves lingerie the most? How about the proper spacing between strangers’ beach towels? Survey says…

Payday Loans: Still Popular, Still a Raw Deal
Payday Loans: Still Popular, Still a Raw Deal

on July 30, 2012

Don’t get stuck in a cycle of debt – avoid loans with interest rates as high as 500 percent.

How to Watch the Olympics Online Free
How to Watch the Olympics Online Free

on July 27, 2012

You might be able to watch all the Olympic events for free – if you’re lucky. Here’s how.

U.S. Judge Says Airlines Have to Stop Lying to Us
U.S. Judge Says Airlines Have to Stop Lying to Us

on July 26, 2012

Soon airlines will have to show real prices and stop hiding taxes and mandatory fees from the fares you see online. But optional fees like baggage can still nail you.

How to Automatically Update Your Software
How to Automatically Update Your Software

on July 26, 2012

Tired of always updating your Windows computer or Mac? Even more tired of getting reminders to do it? Automate the process and dump this tech chore.

How Much Water Are You REALLY Supposed to Drink?
How Much Water Are You REALLY Supposed to Drink?

on July 25, 2012

The only thing scientists and doctors seem to agree on is that you should drink if you’re thirsty.

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