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.

Pros and Cons of Automatic Bill Payments Negotiate the Mortgage Rate on Your First Home Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Negotiate the Mortgage Rate on Your First Home You’re in the process of purchasing your first home and you’re feeling a little... What to do When You Lose Your Wallet? Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen What to do When You Lose Your Wallet? The horrific panic that sets in as you are frantically looking around for your lost... In Debt? Here's How to Slash Your Spending Why You Can't Get Approved: Commercial Real Estate Loans How Closing an Account Could Affect Your Credit Score Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen How Closing an Account Could Affect Your Credit Score Your credit score is an intangible asset that exhibits your financial credibility.... How to Avoid Car Donation Scams, Earn a Tax Deduction Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen How to Avoid Car Donation Scams, Earn a Tax Deduction Donating a car to charity seems like a win-win proposition. Ideally, the charity will... Should Your Family Rent or Buy a Home? 3 Tips for Turning Your Hobby Into an Extra Source of Income 4 Tips to Pick the Right Financial Planner Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen 4 Tips to Pick the Right Financial Planner The mission of a financial planner is to guide clients in all aspects of personal...