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.

How to Measure Your Wealth & Net Worth Find out how you can calculate your estimated net worth and overall wealth. Survey: How Much Money Would You Pick Up? Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Survey: How Much Money Would You Pick Up? Free money is tough to ignore. But, what if it was just lying there on the ground?... Using Only Cash: How to Survive the Cash-Only Lifestyle Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Using Only Cash: How to Survive the Cash-Only Lifestyle Free checking accounts can be found at online banks, credit unions, and smaller... Is the Sallie Mae Smart Option Loan Really A Smart Option? Student loans are increasingly becoming a necessity for college students. The Sallie Mae Smart Option Student Loan paints itself as the best solution. What to Do If Your HELOC Is Frozen or Reduced? HELOC offers borrowers convenient access to a sizable line of credit at relatively low interest rates, homeowners might find their HELOC is suddenly being frozen or reduced. Bank of America Charges a Check Image Fee on Paper Statements Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Bank of America Charges a Check Image Fee on Paper Statements You may be surprised with an extra fee if you receive images of cancelled check on... Cashier’s Check, Money Order and Personal Check: Which One Clears the Fastest? Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Cashier’s Check, Money Order and Personal Check: Which One Clears the Fastest? Here are all three checks, totaling $300. How quickly deposits were... Which Banks Are Open on Sunday? Find out which banks in U.S. are open for business on Sunday, a day on which most financial institutions are closed. Learn other ways to manage your accounts. The Best Business Credit Cards for Travel in 2024 Find out which business credit cards are best for earning travel rewards and/or offer the most premium travel perks for business travelers. Why a Savings Account Remains Important in Your 40s Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Why a Savings Account Remains Important in Your 40s For many Americans, they hit the prime of their financial lives in their 40s....