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.

Why to Consider a Prenup Before Marriage How Much Does it Cost to Own a Dog? Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen How Much Does it Cost to Own a Dog? You may have waited your entire life for the opportunity to purchase a pup. Now that... 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 Are You Middle Or Working Class? 10 Ways to Assess Your Class Standing How to Get a Credit Card Without Credit History Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen How to Get a Credit Card Without Credit History You’re done with college and you’ve secured a job. Now you just need to pay your... 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 More people are turning to reverse mortgages to bring in fresh funds in these hard financial times. MyBankTracker breaks down how a reverse mortgage works. Sounds Too Good to be True? It Probably Is: How to Avoid Investment Scams Cash Back Rewards vs. Points Rewards: Pros and Cons Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Cash Back Rewards vs. Points Rewards: Pros and Cons Rewards programs are everywhere: They’re advertised by most credit card issuers, and...