Heather Altamirano

Heather Altamirano

Heather Altamirano is a versatile writer, a seasoned reporter, and an experienced field producer. Throughout her expansive career, Heather has covered a wide range of topics including personal finance, entertainment, travel, health and fitness, trending social media stories, true crime, and nonprofits. In 2002, she earned a BA in Broadcast Journalism from the University of Southern California (USC) and has a proven track record as a communication specialist, media consultant, writer, reporter, and producer working with notable publications such as Eat This Not That!, InStyle Magazine, MSN, Yahoo, Fandango, MindBodyGreen and more.

Having explored the complexities of finance, Heather is passionate about interviewing top-ranking experts in the field and offering practical tips and insightful advice to help others navigate the challenges of retirement, budgeting, savings, debt reduction, setting financial goals, choosing the right financial planner, and wealth management. She aims to empower individuals to achieve financial freedom and independence.

Heather currently writes for several different outlets and has a strong commitment to accuracy, journalistic integrity, and compelling storytelling. Heather strives to deliver engaging content that informs, inspires, and entertains. When she's not reporting on interesting stories, she spends her time traveling with her family, enjoying the desert, and volunteering with animals.

Education

BA in Broadcast Journalism from the University of Southern California (USC)

Expertise in

Heather is an expert in the challenges of retirement, budgeting, savings, debt reduction, setting financial goals, choosing the right financial planner and wealth management.

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