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.

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 Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen The Best Business Credit Cards for Travel in 2024 If you’re traveling often for business purposes, it makes sense to take a look at... 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.... Banking Predictions for 2024: Overdraft Changes, More Crypto, Savings Accounts In the 2024 edition of MyBankTracker's Banking predictions, we look at the possible trends for the banking industry and how they could affect consumer finances. New Hybrid Investments: Balance of Safety and Higher Returns Innovative hybrid investments can provide a high level of safety with the potential for high returns--offering another option for investors. Does Having Too Many Bank Accounts Hurt Your Credit Score? Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Does Having Too Many Bank Accounts Hurt Your Credit Score? As the ups and downs of life send you on a financial roller coaster, you could... The Best Credit Cards For a Honeymoon Travel Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen The Best Credit Cards For a Honeymoon Travel When you’re mapping out your wedding budget, one cost you don’t want to overlook... How to Buy Amex Membership Rewards Points Find out how you can easily buy extra American Express Membership® Rewards points to cover your flight, and how to decide if it's worth it to do so. How Many Bank Accounts Do You Need? 3 Best Gas Credit Cards to Help You Save at the Pump Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen 3 Best Gas Credit Cards to Help You Save at the Pump To the drivers out there, you know what I mean when I say, “It doesn’t matter if...