Rachel DePompa

Investigative reporter

Rachel DePompa is NBC12's On Your Side Investigator. Rachel grew up in Waldorf, Md., and graduated from the University of Maryland with a degree in broadcast journalism.Before joining WWBT in March of 2008 Rachel worked in Roanoke, Bristol and Harrisonburg.

Awards:

5 Edward R Murrow Awards for Investigative Reporting
2016 Most Outstanding Effort by an Individual Reporter from the Virginia Associated Press Broadcasters
3-time Emmy winner, 5 time Emmy nominee
5 first place honors from the Virginia Association of Broadcasters

Education:

University of Maryland, Journalism

Recent Articles by Rachel

Credit Cards can be scary, and not everyone qualifies or feels comfortable using one.

Rachel DePompa

Published August 19, 2019 at 8:17 AM

As if you don't have enough to buy your kids as they head back to school, some students are now required to have a laptop.

Rachel DePompa

Published August 16, 2019 at 8:10 AM

The deepest discounts on back to school items are actually in the last week of August and early September.

Rachel DePompa

Published August 15, 2019 at 7:34 AM

Back-to-school savings hacks for parents

All week we have the savings hacks you need for your back-to-school shopping!

Rachel DePompa

Published August 14, 2019 at 7:24 AM

Majority of parents admit to spending too much on back-to-school shopping

Parents are feeling the pressure to spend this time of year, and it's only getting worse according to a new survey by NerdWallet.

Rachel DePompa

Published August 13, 2019 at 6:43 AM

Summer's in its final stretch and it's time to start thinking about heading back-to-school.

Rachel DePompa

Published August 12, 2019 at 5:42 AM

Law enforcement offer safe exchange zones for online purchases

Always meet up in public. In a well-lighted area.

Rachel DePompa

Published August 9, 2019 at 10:51 PM

Allocate savings alongside other expenses. It’s often the most overlooked step.

Rachel DePompa

Published August 9, 2019 at 8:00 AM

State regulatory agency may tackle surprise medical bills

A state regulatory agency may step in to stop the surprise billing of hospital patients, and time is running out for you to weigh in on this potential change.

Rachel DePompa

Published August 7, 2019 at 3:44 PM

Study finds wedding parties feel pressure to spend

Apparently, bridal parties are feeling the pressure to spend with a third incurring debt for their friend’s wedding.

Rachel DePompa

Published August 7, 2019 at 7:50 AM

Watching Your Wallet: Decade-by-decade, experts help you save for retirement

By retirement, financial experts say you should have at least eight times your annual salary saved up. NerdWallet explains how to get there, decade-by-decade.

Rachel DePompa

Published August 5, 2019 at 12:26 PM

If you still like to cut out the traditional Box Tops clips, the program will continue to honor those clips until they hit their expiration dates.

Rachel DePompa

Published August 5, 2019 at 5:06 AM

Starting today through August 4, it’s a tax-free weekend in Virginia.

Rachel DePompa

Published August 2, 2019 at 8:13 AM

Older millennials have most credit cards

It turns out older millennials have more credit cards than any other age group.

Rachel DePompa

Published July 31, 2019 at 12:48 PM

We’re at the point where we all have to assume our data’s been stolen at some point. So if you notice one of your accounts is hacked-- On Your Side Investigator Rachel DePompa has 6 simple steps you need to take right away.

Rachel DePompa

Published July 30, 2019 at 1:48 PM

Banks across the U.S. have embraced cardless ATMs.

Rachel DePompa

Published July 29, 2019 at 5:38 AM

If you aren’t sure how your card awards those points, check the website or call customer service.

Rachel DePompa

Published July 26, 2019 at 12:51 PM

Charlottesville Police Department adds car attack to federal hate crime data

Nearly two years ago in Charlotttesville, James Fields Jr. purposely plunged into a crowd, injuring dozens and killing Heather Heyer.

Rachel DePompa

Published July 25, 2019 at 1:17 PM

Still planning that August summer vacation? Rachel DePompa has some helpful ways to curb your summer spending in this On Your Side Savings Guide.

Rachel DePompa

Published July 24, 2019 at 9:00 AM

Wants vs. needs: Try the ‘50/30/20’ budget plan

he “50” is taking 50% of your after-tax dollars on necessities like your rent or mortgage payment, food, utilities, insurance and child care.

Rachel DePompa

Published July 22, 2019 at 5:49 AM

Still haven't planned that august vacation? Maybe it's time to skip a huge trip this year - and save up for next year's.

Rachel DePompa

Published July 19, 2019 at 7:47 AM

Planning a summer trip? Take these steps to avoid being scammed

Always get recommendations from family and friends for good travel agencies, vacation rentals, hotels and travel packages.

Rachel DePompa

Published July 17, 2019 at 3:19 PM

Why you need to educate teens on using credit cards

Let this sink in: 6-million US parents say they have a child under 18 with a credit card. Credit cards in general can be a scary topic for parents, but as Rachel DePompa tell us in this On Your Side Savings Guide, it's actually a topic teenagers need to be educated about.

Rachel DePompa

Published July 17, 2019 at 7:39 AM

Amazon Prime Day: Deals and steals you’ll find online

It's officially Amazon Prime day! Though, we should really say "days" as the internet giant has expanded the shopping bonanza to two days. In this On Your Side Savings Guide-- Rachel DePompa has the deals and steals you need to watch out over the next 48 hours