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.

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? Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Venmo 2025 Review: Should You Use It to Pay People? Venmo is a mobile app (owned by PayPal) that lets people pay other people and... Robinhood HOOD Week 2024 Transfer Bonuses Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Robinhood HOOD Week 2024 Transfer Bonuses Robinhood, the mobile-centric brokerage known for its commission-free trading... 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 A study found that a large percentage of Americans do not trust mobile banking apps, despite heavy reliance on smartphones and tablet devices. Study: 1 in 5 Americans Spend More Time Planning Vacations vs. Managing Their Money Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Study: 1 in 5 Americans Spend More Time Planning Vacations vs. Managing Their Money Time is precious and we naturally want to spend it on things that we like, such as... Are Banks Open on Thanksgiving Day? Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Are Banks Open on Thanksgiving Day? Turkey day is just around the corner and you probably have better things to do... How Far Would You Go to Get Rid of Your Student Debt? [Infographic] Are Banks Open on the Fourth of July? Are banks open on the Fourth of July? Get the holiday bank hours for the top banks in the U.S. Free Credit Score Alternatives Through Equifax, Experian, and Transunion Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Free Credit Score Alternatives Through Equifax, Experian, and Transunion When assessing your personal credit health, credit scores are the popular tools for...