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.

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... Paying Off Debt: Smallest Balances vs. Highest APRs Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Paying Off Debt: Smallest Balances vs. Highest APRs Many consumers who’ve finally decided to become serious about clearing their credit... How a Bank Shares Your Personal Information 3 Ways to Make Sure You 'Pay Yourself First' Q&A: Taxes - Who Can I Claim As My Dependent? Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Q&A: Taxes - Who Can I Claim As My Dependent? Not every taxpayer has a clear-cut guide for claiming others as their...