Burke Speaker

Investorplace Writer

Burke Speaker has been a journalist, writer and editor for the past 12 years, having worked at newspapers and magazines along the East Coast. His past writing has covered everything from health to business and finance to travel, the last of which he explores at TheTravellier.com.

Recent Articles

‘Breaking Bad’ Creator Shares 5 Alternative Endings He Considered

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer

In an interview with The Wrap, the creator/writer discusses some of the ways the series could have ended -- if his other writers hadn't convinced him to move in another direction.

Why It’s a Good Time to Own Rental Properties

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer

Owners of rental properties have been cashing in as rents continue to climb and more people are forced to rent.

Woman on Donut Run Plows Truck Into Krispy Kreme

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer

An unnamed woman in Jeffersontown, Kentucky crashed her red pickup truck into a Krispy Kreme Donuts on her way to pick up some of the shop's tasty morning treats.

Fast-Food Drive-Thrus Now Slower Than Ever

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer

American drive-thrus are increasingly slowing down -- with consumer wait times becoming much longer.

Billionaires Moving Beyond Yachts in Favor of Submarines

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer

Billionaires of late are setting their sights even further -- to owning submarines for the latest thrill-seeking adventure.

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