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.

Are Banks Open After Inclement Weathers Like Winter Storm Juno? Are banks open during Winter Storm Juno? Get up-to-date information on your bank's snow storm schedule. You Won't Survive In the 10 Most Expensive U.S. Cities, Even With These Great Jobs Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen You Won't Survive In the 10 Most Expensive U.S. Cities, Even With These Great Jobs Big city life can be seen as glamorous, exciting, and expensive. We often imagine busy... Why Rewards Checking Accounts Are Not for Everyone Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Why Rewards Checking Accounts Are Not for Everyone Rewards checking accounts appear attractive to avid savers because they offer... Why Elderly Don’t Need ‘Senior’ Checking Accounts Senior checking accounts tend to have easy-to-waive monthly fees or offer more features that cater to the older generations. Learn why they don't need senior checking accounts. How to Avoid Credit Card Fraud When Staying at Hotels Learn about the different scams that fraudsters use to steal credit card information from guests who stay at hotels. The Best Alternatives to Closed Virgin America Credit Card Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen The Best Alternatives to Closed Virgin America Credit Card Virgin America has announced that it will be shutting down its branded credit... How to Get Additional Free and Discounted Credit Reports Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen How to Get Additional Free and Discounted Credit Reports Your credit report will likely be one of the most important financial records in... 3 Quick Ways to Increase Your Credit Score Want a higher credit score to obtain a new loan, mortgage or credit card? Here are some quick ways to raise your credit score immediately. American Express Offers Free FICO Credit Scores to Customers Among its numerous benefits, American Express is providing free FICO credit scores to all card customers. Citi Now Offers Free FICO Credit Scores to Credit Card Customers Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Citi Now Offers Free FICO Credit Scores to Credit Card Customers It looks like Citi is making a slew of changes as the new year approaches. Most...