Articles by Thomas (TJ) Porter

TJ Porter has in-depth experience in reviewing financial products such as savings accounts, credit cards, and brokerages, writing how-tos, and answering financial questions. He has also contributed to publications and companies such as Investment Zen and Echo Fox. He aims to provide actionable advice that can help readers better their financial lives. Education: B.S. in Business Administration, Concentration in Information Systems from Northeastern University.

EverBank Checking Account 2025 Review Learn about the features, interest rates, and fees of the TIAA Bank Yield Pledge checking account. See how it compares to other online banks. Bank5 Connect High Interest Checking Account 2025 Review Photo of Thomas (TJ) Porter Thomas (TJ) Porter Bank5 Connect High Interest Checking Account 2025 Review Learn more about the fees and features of the Bank5 Connect High Interest Checking Account and how it compares to the best online checking accounts. Santander Simply Right Checking Account 2025 Review Photo of Thomas (TJ) Porter Thomas (TJ) Porter Santander Simply Right Checking Account 2025 Review Learn more about fees and features of the Santander Simple Right Checking Account and compare them to basic checking accounts from other banks. Capital One 360 Checking Account 2025 Review Learn more about the fees, interest rates, and features of the Capital One 360 Checking Account and find out if this online checking account is right for you. Bank5 Connect High Interest Savings Account 2025 Review Compare the Bank5 Connect High Interest Savings Account with the best online savings accounts to see which one offers high interest rates and fewer fees. Discover® Bank Money Market Account 2025 Review Photo of Thomas (TJ) Porter Thomas (TJ) Porter Discover® Bank Money Market Account 2025 Review Learn all about the Discover Money Market Account, including its interest rates, fees, ATM access, and check writing ability, and compare it to savings accounts. Discover® Bank Cashback Debit Checking Account 2025 Review Photo of Thomas (TJ) Porter Thomas (TJ) Porter Discover® Bank Cashback Debit Checking Account 2025 Review Learn more about the fees, cash back rates, and features of the Discover Cashback Debit Account and compare it to other checking accounts from online banks. Lending Club Personal Loans 2025 Review Learn how Lending Club works and what you need to know to get approved for personal loans through a peer-to-peer (P2P) lending platform. Upstart Personal Loans 2025 Review Learn about personal loans from Upstart, an online lender that also considers your education, career prospects, and job history when reviewing your application. Navy Federal Credit Union Savings Account 2025 Review Photo of Thomas (TJ) Porter Thomas (TJ) Porter Navy Federal Credit Union Savings Account 2025 Review Find out how the share savings account from Navy Federal Credit Union (NFCU) compares to the best savings accounts in terms of interest rates and fees.