Katie Ziraldo

Katie Ziraldo is a staff writer for LendingTree who specializes in simplifying complex topics to create educational content for readers at all knowledge levels.

Katie first discovered her passion for financial content as a writer for Rocket Companies, where she represented brands including Rocket Mortgage, Rocket Homes and Rocket Money. Her portfolio of work also includes bylines in The Detroit Free Press, HuffPost and BobVila.com.

Driven by the desire to guide readers through life’s most complex financial moments, Katie has written hundreds of personal finance articles, with topics ranging from mortgages to personal loans, credit cards and insurance.

In her free time, you can find Katie searching for deals on home decor or cuddled up on the couch with her furry, four-legged friends.

Specialties

• Mortgages
• Personal finance
• Small business financing

Achievements

• 10+ years of professional writing experience
• 5+ years of personal finance experience
• 2+ years of experience in data journalism, uncovering human stories inside survey data

Katie’s thoughts on financial planning

“Whether you’re saving for a car, a house or retirement, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed when you’re approaching a major financial milestone. But with a little planning and organization, these seemingly daunting tasks can be broken down into smaller, more manageable steps, allowing you to make incremental progress toward your goals.”