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.

Southwest Rapid Rewards Plus Credit Card 2025 Review In this Southwest Airlines Credit Card review, compare rates, fees, and services. Learn about rewards program how it compares to other airline credit cards. CIT Bank Savings Connect 2025 Review Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen CIT Bank Savings Connect 2025 Review The motivation to reach a savings goal is commendable until you discover that many... U.S. Bank Visa Platinum Card 2025 Review Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen U.S. Bank Visa Platinum Card 2025 Review The U.S. Bank Visa Platinum Card stands out from the crowd of credit cards by... Oportun Personal Loans 2025 Review Our review of Oportun personal loans analyzes the borrowing amounts, repayment periods, interest rates and fees for borrowers with no credit history. Venmo 2025 Review: Should You Use It to Pay People? Learn how the Venmo mobile payment app works for paying other people and businesses. See how much it costs and the limits that apply. What Are Mobile Check Deposit Limits at the Top U.S. Banks? Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen What Are Mobile Check Deposit Limits at the Top U.S. Banks? Mobile check deposit, which lets you deposit checks by taking photos of them, has... Coin Counting Machines Still Exist: Which Banks Have Them? Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Coin Counting Machines Still Exist: Which Banks Have Them? Remember when you could take your piggy bank full of coins to the local savings... Robinhood HOOD Week 2024 Transfer Bonuses Robinhood HOOD Week 2024 is a promotional period when the brokerage offers attractive bonuses on incoming transfers from other brokerages. How to Save & Invest for Retirement Learn about what retirement plans advantages that help you save more money than with a regular savings account or brokerage account. Study: Nearly 1 in 3 Americans Do Not Trust Mobile Banking at All Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Study: Nearly 1 in 3 Americans Do Not Trust Mobile Banking at All As smartphones and tablet devices have become necessities in the everyday lives of...