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.

How Much Does it Cost to Own a Dog? Top 10 Most Common Causes of Debt Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Top 10 Most Common Causes of Debt With things as tough as they are in the current economy it might seem like everyone is... How to Avoid High Credit Card Fees Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen How to Avoid High Credit Card Fees Credit cards can be convenient, but they can also cost you if you aren’t careful — and... Are You Middle Or Working Class? 10 Ways to Assess Your Class Standing How to Get a Credit Card Without Credit History Top 5 Richest Dropouts You Haven't Heard Of Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Top 5 Richest Dropouts You Haven't Heard Of Almost everyone has heard of Bill Gates dropping out of Harvard to follow his dreams... How a Reverse Mortgage Works for Seniors Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen How a Reverse Mortgage Works for Seniors Reverse mortgages are intended for seniors who want to supplement the income they... Sounds Too Good to be True? It Probably Is: How to Avoid Investment Scams Cash Back Rewards vs. Points Rewards: Pros and Cons Credit card rewards can come in the form of cash back or points. But, which one might be better for your financial setup? 4 Steps To Avoid Credit Card Debt Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen 4 Steps To Avoid Credit Card Debt Credit cards can be a valuable part of your financial life: They offer more...