Articles by Simon Zhen

Simon Zhen is the chief research analyst for MyBankTracker and an expert on consumer banking products, bank innovations, and financial technology. Simon has contributed and/or been quoted in major publications and outlets including Consumer Reports, American Banker, Yahoo Finance, U.S. News - World Report, The Huffington Post, Business Insider, Lifehacker, and AOL.com. Education: Education: B.S. in Health Sciences from Stony Brook University.

Discover® Bank CD Account Rates 2024 Review Learn more about the interest rates and fees on certificates of deposit (CDs) from Discover Bank. See how they compare to CDs from other online banks. Robinhood HOOD Week 2024 Transfer Bonuses Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Robinhood HOOD Week 2024 Transfer Bonuses Robinhood, the mobile-centric brokerage known for its commission-free trading... How to Save & Invest for Retirement Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen How to Save & Invest for Retirement It's easy to get lost in the world of retirement planning. There are so many... Study: Nearly 1 in 3 Americans Do Not Trust Mobile Banking at All A study found that a large percentage of Americans do not trust mobile banking apps, despite heavy reliance on smartphones and tablet devices. Study: 1 in 5 Americans Spend More Time Planning Vacations vs. Managing Their Money A MyBankTracker survey finds that 1 in 5 Americans spend more time planning vacations than managing money, while 34% spend an equal amount of time on both. Are Banks Open on Thanksgiving Day? Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Are Banks Open on Thanksgiving Day? Turkey day is just around the corner and you probably have better things to do... How Far Would You Go to Get Rid of Your Student Debt? [Infographic] Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen How Far Would You Go to Get Rid of Your Student Debt? [Infographic] The dire situation of student loan debt is no mystery to the millions of Americans who... Are Banks Open on the Fourth of July? Are banks open on the Fourth of July? Get the holiday bank hours for the top banks in the U.S. Free Credit Score Alternatives Through Equifax, Experian, and Transunion MyBankTracker lists three companies (Equifax, Transunion, Experian) that can offer you a free alternative credit score and why they're worth checking out. How to Apply for an IRS Tax Filing Extension for Free - Form 4868 Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen How to Apply for an IRS Tax Filing Extension for Free - Form 4868 Not expecting to file your return by the deadline? You can apply for an extension, but...