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.

What Are the Most Common HELOC Fees? What is Direct Deposit and How Does It Work? Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen What is Direct Deposit and How Does It Work? With the emphasis nowadays on getting things done using faster and more convenient... Money Market Accounts Vs. CDs: Which is Better? Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Money Market Accounts Vs. CDs: Which is Better? If you have some extra money scattered throughout various accounts, it might be... CD Vs. Savings Account: Which Is The Better Option For You? Learn the differences between Certificate of Deposits (CDs) and savings accounts, then compare each to learn which will help you reach your financial goals. 10 Tips How to Manage Your Money During the Holidays What is Covered by Credit Card Insurance Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen What is Covered by Credit Card Insurance During a busy travel season, credit cards become a lot more than just convenient... Are Banks Open Christmas Eve and Christmas Day? Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Are Banks Open Christmas Eve and Christmas Day? Christmas is just around the corner and you’re probably running around trying to... How to Choose the Best Travel Rewards Credit Card for You. Learn how to choose a travel rewards credit card that matches your spending habits and travel preferences to maximize the amount of free travel earned. How to Pick a Cash Back Credit Card Learn how to choose the best cash back credit card based on your spending habits so that you can maximize the cash rewards from your most common purchases. How to Choose the Right Credit Card for Bad Credit Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen How to Choose the Right Credit Card for Bad Credit The first step you must take to choose the right credit card for bad credit is to...