About
Natalie toggles between news stories and enterprise reporting to bring timely personal finance topics to readers. Her mission is to help inform people of all financial backgrounds about events that may affect their financial futures. Her work has appeared in numerous publications such as CNBC, Bankrate, Buzzfeed, ABC Action News, The Chicago Tribune, The Associated Press and the Tampa Bay Times. She’s appeared on various podcasts and news shows to discuss personal finance topics, including Nasdaq’s Trade Talks.
For more than a decade, Natalie Campisi has written and edited for a variety of publications. Her work has taken her all over the map–from Dubai and Germany where she covered the mechanical watch industry to Capitol Hill to report on labor and welfare issues. She’s been interviewed by Buzzfeed, The Los Angeles Times, Nasdaq, Fox and Friends and other media outlets about the housing market, eviction moratoriums, student loans and more. Her story “From Inherent Racial Bias to Incorrect Data—The Problems With Current Credit Scoring Models” has been cited in several scholarly publications, such as the CUNY Law Review. Along with journalism, Natalie’s time is taken up with creative writing, theatre, rescuing random animals, hiking and renovating a home in Southern California.
Expertise
- Mortgages
- Employment
- Federal reserve
- Interest rates
- Credit cards
- CDs
Achievements
- More than 15 years as a writer and editor
- Her work has been featured in several national publications and local newspapers
- Interviewed by Los Angeles Times, Buzzfeed, Nasdaq and others on personal finance topics
- Natalie has received fellowships for both journalism and creative writing
Other Publications
Education
University of South Florida
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How Long Does Debt Relief Stay On Your Credit Report?
Debt relief can be a lifeline to help you get out from under unaffordable debt—but it can also damage your credit. So, if you’re considering a form of debt relief, you’ll want to bear in mind its effect on your credit... -
Mortgage Rates Today: April 11, 2024—15-Year Mortgage Rates Increase, 30-Year Rates Steady
Today, the mortgage interest rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage is 7.55%, according to Curinos. On a 15-year fixed mortgage, the average rate is 6.84%, and the average rate on a 30-year jumbo mortgage is 7.53%. Current Mortgage Rates for... -
Property Taxes Soar 7% Nationwide; Increase Tops 20% In Some States
Property taxes collected on single-family homes in the United States surged almost 7% in 2023, soaring to $363 billion, according to a new report by ATTOM, a real estate data analytics company. That’s almost double the previous year’s increase of... -
73 Million AT&T Customers’ Personal Info Found On Dark Web; What Should You Do?
Tens of millions of current and former AT&T customers have had their personal information leaked onto the dark web, the telecom company has announced. About 7.6 million existing AT&T account holders and more than 65 million former customers are affected... -
Mortgage Rates Today: April 1, 2024—Rates Remain Fairly Steady
The average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage fell by 0.01 percentage point in the last week to 7.36%. Meanwhile, the APR on a 15-year fixed mortgage dropped 0.01 percentage point during the same period to 6.53%. For existing homeowners,... -
Best Debt Relief & Settlement Companies of April 2024
Debt settlement companies generally negotiate with your creditors so you can pay off your debt for less than you owe. If you're considering debt settlement, choosing a trustworthy company is important. The Forbes Advisor editorial staff evaluated the most popular... -
Best Credit Counseling Services Of April 2024
Credit counseling organizations can provide useful information and help for various financial matters, including debt consolidation services, bankruptcy counseling and housing assistance for buyers, renters and homeowners. Depending on your needs, some of the services may be free, while others... -
Best Credit Monitoring Services Of April 2024
Credit monitoring services protect your credit score by notifying you of changes in your credit report and checking your financial accounts and the dark web for possible fraud or theft. If you're dealing with the aftermath of identity theft or... -
The Best Identity Theft Protection Services Of April 2024
Identity theft is becoming more complex, with scammers constantly updating their methods to steal personal information. If they manage to do so, they can pretend to be you to open new credit accounts, file taxes and engage in other illegal... -
Mortgage Rates Today: March 29, 2024—Rates Remain Fairly Steady
Today’s current average mortgage rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage is 7.37%, down 0.01 percentage point from the previous week. Borrowers may be able to save on interest costs by going with a 15-year fixed mortgage, as they often have... -
Real Estate Settlement Could Mean Lower Realtor Fees, Savings For Home Sellers And Buyers
The size of real estate commissions—and who pays them—could change dramatically now that the National Association of Realtors, or NAR, has agreed to pay $418 million to settle a series of antitrust lawsuits. As part of the settlement, buyers will... -
Mortgage Rates Today: March 19, 2024—Rates Move Up
The current average mortgage rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage is 7.52%, according to Curinos. The average rate on a 15-year mortgage is 6.74%, while the average rate on a 30-year jumbo mortgage is 7.41%. Current Mortgage Rates for March... -
International Money Transfer: Best Ways To Send Money Internationally
Remittances to low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) increased by 3.8% in 2023, hitting $669 billion. The United States remained the top country for sending money back home by people working abroad. The World Bank reports that the average cost of... -
How Buy Now, Pay Later Plans Can Help–Or Harm–Your Credit Score
It’s not surprising that Afterpay, Affirm, Klarna, and other buy now, pay later (BNPL) consumer financing plans continue to soar in popularity. After all, what’s not to like? Like credit cards, BNPL plans offered by these third-party lenders let shoppers... -
Bank of America Customers Left In The Dark About Data Breach For 90 Days
About 57,000 Bank of America customers are being warned that their personal information may have been exposed during a November cyberattack on bank service provider Infosys McCamish Systems. The data breach, attributed to the LockBit ransomware group according to several... -
Late Credit Card, Car Loan Payments Soar As Consumers Struggle With Record Debt
A new report from the New York Federal Reserve has revealed that Americans are struggling under a record amount of consumer debt, leading to more missed payments, higher balances and dwindling savings. And younger adults are being hit the hardest.... -
Allstate Ramps Up New Auto Insurance Policies In California Following Rate Hike Approval
Allstate has resumed the direct sale of new auto insurance policies in California, after regulators in the state approved a 30% rate increase. The insurance giant last year had requested significant rate hikes in California, New York and New Jersey,... -
Should You Freeze Your Credit During A Divorce?
You expect the upheaval of a divorce to challenge you emotionally. But bear in mind that it can also jeopardize your financial well-being. One way to protect your finances during a divorce is to freeze your credit. A credit freeze,... -
1-Year CD Yields Above 5% Are Still Available, But For How Long?
Rates on certificates of deposit, or CDs, have been at their highest level in 15 years—thanks to the Federal Reserve's inflation-fighting series of interest rate hikes beginning in March 2022. But as inflation eases and the Fed hits the pause... -
Petco and Nationwide Team Up To Offer Flexible Pet Health Insurance
A major insurer is partnering with a leading pet care chain to offer a new personalized pet insurance option for as little as $9 a month. Nationwide and Petco Health and Wellness Company are looking to take advantage of the... -
Heading To Europe In 2025? You’ll Need This New Travel Document
American travelers heading to most of Europe will soon need to add another item to their travel checklist. Starting in May 2025, a special travel authorization—ETIAS, which stands for the European Travel Information and Authorization System–will be required. Once the... -
Consumer Win: All Three Credit Bureaus Commit To Weekly Free Report Access
The three nationwide credit bureaus, Equifax, Experian and TransUnion, have made life a little easier for consumers who monitor their credit status. The credit agencies used to provide free online reports once a year at the website AnnualCreditReport.com. They began... -
Are Your Monthly Grocery Costs Above Average? Here’s What Americans Typically Pay
Whether you shop in bulk, visit the grocery store several times a week to pick up whatever you’re in the mood for, or fall somewhere in between, one thing is certain—you need to buy food. But how much you spend... -
Mortgage Rates Today: January 26, 2024—Rates Remain Fairly Steady
Today’s current average mortgage rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage is 7.31%, down 0.02 percentage points from the previous week. Borrowers may be able to save on interest costs by going with a 15-year fixed mortgage, as they generally have... -
California Homeowners Hit Again As The Hartford Nixes New Insurance Policies
Californians looking for homeowners insurance are about to have even fewer options. Beginning February 1, The Hartford Financial Services Group will cease issuing new homeowners policies in that state. The Hartford’s announcement comes just months after Allstate Corp. and State... -
Apple Tightens Security On Stolen iPhones: Face Or Touch ID Needed For Passwords, Payments
In a bid to foil potential thieves, Apple has rolled out a major security update for iPhones that identifies users with biometric scans before granting them access to important data. The Stolen Device Protection feature, included in the iOS 17.3... -
Seven States Join Feds To Sue Debt Relief Firm SRS For Fraud, Alleging $100 Million Swindle
Federal regulators and seven states are suing a New York-based debt relief company, claiming it bilked financially struggling customers out of more than $100 million in illegal and exorbitant fees without actually providing any debt relief. The Consumer Financial Protection... -
FEMA Overhauls Disaster Aid Program, Cites Climate Change Risks
The Federal Emergency Management Agency is making it easier for disaster victims to get the financial help they need. FEMA has just announced updated disaster relief measures meant to streamline the process of applying for aid. The goal is to... -
New Zillow Feature Reports Timely Rent Payments To Experian So Tenants Can Build Credit
Tenants who make rent payments via Zillow can opt into a new feature that can help them build credit at no cost. Starting January 17, renters can have their on-time monthly payments reported to Experian to enhance their credit history....
About
Natalie toggles between news stories and enterprise reporting to bring timely personal finance topics to readers. Her mission is to help inform people of all financial backgrounds about events that may affect their financial futures. Her work has appeared in numerous publications such as CNBC, Bankrate, Buzzfeed, ABC Action News, The Chicago Tribune, The Associated Press and the Tampa Bay Times. She’s appeared on various podcasts and news shows to discuss personal finance topics, including Nasdaq’s Trade Talks.