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.

Guide to Home Equity Loans Learn how home equity loans work as a borrowing option for purposes such as home improvement projects, renovations, debt refinancing, or buying a second home. Truist Confidence Account 2024 Review Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Truist Confidence Account 2024 Review Truist offers a checkless checking account with no overdraft fees and a low... How to Get Back $450 from Your Travel Credit Card After a Flight Delay Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen How to Get Back $450 from Your Travel Credit Card After a Flight Delay Vacations should be a time for fun and relaxation, but as many frequent travelers... What a Near-Perfect FICO Score Looks Like and How You Can Get It Too Consumers often wonder if a perfect FICO score is possible because no one has ever seen it. But, we found one woman who is extremely close to it. 7 Rules Savings: Short-term and Long-term When it comes to saving, following these 7 rules will ensure your maximizing your earnings. What to do When Chase Cancels Your Credit Card Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen What to do When Chase Cancels Your Credit Card Credit cards, like other bank accounts, can change over time for many reasons. Card... The Importance of a High Yield Savings Account Amid a Booming Stock Market Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen The Importance of a High Yield Savings Account Amid a Booming Stock Market The U.S. stock market has experienced significant growth in the past year with... 4 Steps to Getting a Credit Limit Increase If you are a responsible spender, getting your creditors to increase your credit card limit shouldn't be too hard. Here are some tips to get you going. Are Your Parents Secretly Rich? 6 Ways to Improve Your Haggling Strategy Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen 6 Ways to Improve Your Haggling Strategy The shameless procedure of haggling at local retailers is a pastime of the savvy...