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.

East West Bank Checking Account 2024 Review Learn about the basic checking options from East West Bank and compare its fees and features to checking accounts from other banks. TCF Bank Free Savings Account 2024 Review Photo of Thomas (TJ) Porter Thomas (TJ) Porter TCF Bank Free Savings Account 2024 Review Learn about the interest rates and fees of the TCF National Bank Free Savings Account -- a viable option to consider from a local bank. N26 Checking Account 2024 Review Photo of Thomas (TJ) Porter Thomas (TJ) Porter N26 Checking Account 2024 Review N26 is a German bank based in Berlin, that began offering accounts in the United... PurePoint Financial Online Savings Account 2024 Review Use this review of the PurePoint Financial online savings account to learn its fees, interest rates, opening deposit requirements and other features. Do You Have to Keep a Minimum Balance at a Credit Union? Find out whether or not you need to maintain a minimum balance at a credit union because it related to how they work differently from banks. Learn why it matters in order to keep a credit union membership and what happens when you are still a member but have an account become inactive or dormant. Does Your Age Matter When Applying for a Mortgage? Photo of Thomas (TJ) Porter Thomas (TJ) Porter Does Your Age Matter When Applying for a Mortgage? Mortgages are long-term commitments. Most mortgages are intended last for fifteen... What's the Difference Between Daily vs. Monthly Interest Accrual? Photo of Thomas (TJ) Porter Thomas (TJ) Porter What's the Difference Between Daily vs. Monthly Interest Accrual? When you're looking through the complex jargon of loan agreement, you might come... Dave Checking Account 2024 Review Our review of the Dave checking account looks at the mobile-centric bank account designed for easy access to your money without overdrafts. 6 Mobile Apps to Sell Things Locally and Quickly Compare the best mobile apps that you can use to sell your things locally to earn some extra cash quickly, including the seller features and fees. What to Do If You’ve Become the Victim of a Subscription Scam Photo of Thomas (TJ) Porter Thomas (TJ) Porter What to Do If You’ve Become the Victim of a Subscription Scam You got a phone call from a company promising to sell you a magazine or other type...