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.

The Best Savings Accounts in New York for 2024 Find out which are the best savings accounts offered by the banks in New York and learn how to find better options, especially from online banks. List of Online Banks With Savings and Interest Checking Accounts Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen List of Online Banks With Savings and Interest Checking Accounts Online banks are financial institutions that do not offer a major branch or ATM... Personal Loan Monthly Payments Calculator Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Personal Loan Monthly Payments Calculator Compare Personal Loans Factors That Affect Your Monthly Payment Loan... What is a Checking Account?: A Quick 101 Guide Learn about the basics of a checking account with this quick 101 guide, which covers features, fees, application requirements, and how to choose the right one. How & Where to Buy Your First Investment Stock Deciding to invest money in the stock market can be a scary proposition. So what do you need to know about buying your first stock? Santander Bank 13-Month CD 2024 Review Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Santander Bank 13-Month CD 2024 Review Santander Bank offers a certificate of deposit with a 13-month maturity term that... Save Market Trust Account 2024 Review Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Save Market Trust Account 2024 Review Save--the company offering a high-yield, market-linked savings product--also... 6 Reasons to Open a Second Checking Account Looking to earn more interest and withdraw more money from your checking account? Maybe you should look into opening second checking account. How to Save and Invest Without a Company 401(k) File Your Tax Returns for Free With Free File Through the IRS Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen File Your Tax Returns for Free With Free File Through the IRS Tax season is underway and the Internal Revenue Service is, once again, offering its...