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.

Bank of America Charges a Check Image Fee on Paper Statements Learn how to avoid the check image fee charged by Bank of America when you have a cancelled check image on paper statements. Which Banks Are Open on Sunday? Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Which Banks Are Open on Sunday? Long before the digital age, banks and financial institutions closed during the... 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 Find out why you shouldn't ignore a savings account in your 40s, when your finances have become more comprehensive and more complicated. 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 Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen New Hybrid Investments: Balance of Safety and Higher Returns In the vast market of financial vehicles available to the average consumer,... 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 The honeymoon trip is a major wedding expense for newlyweds. With the right travel credit card, they can start their marriage off comfortably and save money. 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? Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen How Many Bank Accounts Do You Need? “How many bank accounts do I need?” It’s a frequently asked question by many...