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.

Should I Rent or Buy? Understanding Buy and Hold Investment Strategy Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Understanding Buy and Hold Investment Strategy The “buy and hold” investment strategy is when an investor purchases stocks and... Choose a Credit Card Based on Your Lifestyle Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Choose a Credit Card Based on Your Lifestyle Credit cards are like clothes in some ways. Some are sexy, some are boring, some... 4 Alternative Ways to Measure Your Creditworthiness Is Peer-to-Peer Lending for You? Peer-to-peer loans can be great during times when banks are tight on credit. P2P lending is the idea of loaning or accepting money from the average person for a high rate of return. How to Handle Asset Allocation Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen How to Handle Asset Allocation Establishing a diversified investment portfolio is the go-to method for balancing... What is a Mutual Fund? Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen What is a Mutual Fund? Mutual funds often carry a veil of sophistication that leaves prospective investors... Understand the Costs of a Mutual Fund How to Claim Your Insurance After an Accident 4 Stages of Life I Should Consider Life Insurance Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen 4 Stages of Life I Should Consider Life Insurance Your need for life insurance grows as your life changes.  Every milestone in your...