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 Texas for 2024 Learn about the best savings accounts offered by national and local banks in Texas and how they compare to the best online banks. The Best Savings Accounts in New York for 2024 Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen The Best Savings Accounts in New York for 2024 Citibank branch in Midtown NYC With one of the largest populations in the country,... 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 Calculate the estimated monthly payments and total interest costs on a personal loan based on your credit score, interest rate, loan amount, and repayment term. 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 Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen How & Where to Buy Your First Investment Stock Deciding to invest money in the stock market can be a scary proposition. After... 6 Reasons to Open a Second Checking Account Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen 6 Reasons to Open a Second Checking Account Many people find no use for a second checking account because it will only mean... How to Save and Invest Without a Company 401(k) File Your Tax Returns for Free With Free File Through the IRS Turned Down for An Account? Check Your ChexSystems Report Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Turned Down for An Account? Check Your ChexSystems Report Your money management mistakes could come back to bite you when you try to open a...