Heather Altamirano

Joshua Tree, Los Angeles

Writer and Reporter at Freelance

Reporter at GOBankingRates

Reporter, producer, writer, globetrotter, animal lover

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Articles

Is a $4K Senior Bonus Better Than No Taxes on Social Security?

6 days ago | gobankingrates.com | Heather Altamirano |Angela Corry

June 1, 2025 4 min Read LSOphoto / Getty Images/iStockphoto Commitment to Our ReadersGOBankingRates' editorial team is committed to bringing you unbiased reviews and information. We use data-driven methodologies to evaluate financial products and services - our reviews and ratings are not influenced by advertisers. You can read more about our editorial guidelines and our products and services review methodology.
The $1.38 Hot Dog and More Sam’s Club Food Items Cheaper Than Costco

1 week ago | gobankingrates.com | Heather Altamirano |Cory Dudak

May 31, 2025 3 min Read Commitment to Our ReadersGOBankingRates' editorial team is committed to bringing you unbiased reviews and information. We use data-driven methodologies to evaluate financial products and services - our reviews and ratings are not influenced by advertisers. You can read more about our editorial guidelines and our products and services review methodology.
How the Social Security Fairness Act Could Change Retirees' Taxes

1 week ago | gobankingrates.com | Heather Altamirano |Amen Oyiboke

May 28, 2025 5 min Read Douglas Rissing / Getty Images Commitment to Our ReadersGOBankingRates' editorial team is committed to bringing you unbiased reviews and information. We use data-driven methodologies to evaluate financial products and services - our reviews and ratings are not influenced by advertisers. You can read more about our editorial guidelines and our products and services review methodology.
4 Types of People Who Will Get Money Back From Trump's New Tax Initiatives

1 week ago | gobankingrates.com | Heather Altamirano |Rebekah Evans

May 27, 2025 7 min Read Joseph Sohm / Shutterstock.com Commitment to Our ReadersGOBankingRates' editorial team is committed to bringing you unbiased reviews and information. We use data-driven methodologies to evaluate financial products and services - our reviews and ratings are not influenced by advertisers. You can read more about our editorial guidelines and our products and services review methodology.
Trump’s 2026 Budget Won’t Lower Your Social Security Payment — But 2 Ways It Could Make Your Budget Tighter

1 week ago | gobankingrates.com | Heather Altamirano |Amber Barkley

Bonnie Cash/CNP / SplashNews.com / Bonnie Cash/CNP / SplashNews.com Commitment to Our ReadersGOBankingRates' editorial team is committed to bringing you unbiased reviews and information. We use data-driven methodologies to evaluate financial products and services - our reviews and ratings are not influenced by advertisers. You can read more about our editorial guidelines and our products and services review methodology.
I’m a Real Estate Agent: 4 Desirable Suburbs Where a $400K Retiree Budget Goes the Furthest

2 weeks ago | gobankingrates.com | Heather Altamirano |Zuri Anderson

Michael Warren / Getty Images/iStockphoto Commitment to Our ReadersGOBankingRates' editorial team is committed to bringing you unbiased reviews and information. We use data-driven methodologies to evaluate financial products and services - our reviews and ratings are not influenced by advertisers. You can read more about our editorial guidelines and our products and services review methodology.
3 Reasons Rachel Cruze Says To Buy Used Cars

2 weeks ago | gobankingrates.com | Heather Altamirano |Jenna Klaverweiden

May 19, 2025 4 min Read jetcityimage / Getty Images Commitment to Our ReadersGOBankingRates' editorial team is committed to bringing you unbiased reviews and information. We use data-driven methodologies to evaluate financial products and services - our reviews and ratings are not influenced by advertisers. You can read more about our editorial guidelines and our products and services review methodology.
4 Social Security Changes That Trump Does Not Have the Power To Make

2 weeks ago | gobankingrates.com | Heather Altamirano |Amber Barkley

May 18, 2025 4 min Read SplashNews.com / Shutterstock.com Commitment to Our ReadersGOBankingRates' editorial team is committed to bringing you unbiased reviews and information. We use data-driven methodologies to evaluate financial products and services - our reviews and ratings are not influenced by advertisers. You can read more about our editorial guidelines and our products and services review methodology.
5 Cheap Items To Make Your Groceries Last Way Longer

3 weeks ago | gobankingrates.com | Heather Altamirano |Jenna Klaverweiden

May 17, 2025 4 min Read monkeybusinessimages / iStock.com Commitment to Our ReadersGOBankingRates' editorial team is committed to bringing you unbiased reviews and information. We use data-driven methodologies to evaluate financial products and services - our reviews and ratings are not influenced by advertisers. You can read more about our editorial guidelines and our products and services review methodology.
3 'Struggle Meals' You Can Make Without Needing To Buy Eggs

3 weeks ago | gobankingrates.com | Heather Altamirano |Rebekah Evans

©Shutterstock.com Commitment to Our ReadersGOBankingRates' editorial team is committed to bringing you unbiased reviews and information. We use data-driven methodologies to evaluate financial products and services - our reviews and ratings are not influenced by advertisers. You can read more about our editorial guidelines and our products and services review methodology.