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.

Bank of America Checking Account 2025 Review Learn about the fees and benefits of the Bank of America Core Checking Account and compare it to the best free checking accounts from online banks. U.S. Bank Personal Loans 2025 Review Photo of Thomas (TJ) Porter Thomas (TJ) Porter U.S. Bank Personal Loans 2025 Review Learn about the interest rates, fees, and application requirements for a U.S. Bank personal loan and compare it to loan options from online lenders. TD Bank Student Checking Account 2025 Review Photo of Thomas (TJ) Porter Thomas (TJ) Porter TD Bank Student Checking Account 2025 Review Learn all about the fees and features of the TD Bank Student Checking Account (plus what happens after graduation) and compare it to other options. Wells Fargo Student Checking Account 2025 Review Learn about the checking account that Wells Fargo offers to college students and find out what features are offered, including how to avoid the monthly fee. Huntington Bank Asterisk Free Checking Account 2025 Review Learn about the features of the Huntington Bank Asterisk-Free Checking Account to see if it is the right checking account for you. Find out about its friendly overdraft-fee policies, rate discounts, and ATM access. Compare this account to free checking accounts offered by online banks. U.S. Bank Student Checking Account 2025 Review Photo of Thomas (TJ) Porter Thomas (TJ) Porter U.S. Bank Student Checking Account 2025 Review Learn about the student checking account option offered by U.S. Bank and compare its fees and features to the other student checking options available. Valley National My Choice Checking Account 2025 Review Photo of Thomas (TJ) Porter Thomas (TJ) Porter Valley National My Choice Checking Account 2025 Review Learn all the details of the Valley National My Choice Checking Account, a basic checking option offered to young adults by this regional bank serving the Northeast. Find out what fees could be charged to accountholders and how you can avoid them. Compare the features to other checking accounts offered by competitors. Wells Fargo Rewards Program 2025 Review Find out how the Wells Fargo Go Far Rewards program works alongside the bank's debit and credit cards for extra rewards on your spending. PNC Bank Virtual Wallet Account 2025 Review Learn about all the different features and fees of the PNC Bank Virtual Wallet account, which comes with money management tools and a savings subaccount. Fifth Third Bank Essential Checking Account 2025 Review Photo of Thomas (TJ) Porter Thomas (TJ) Porter Fifth Third Bank Essential Checking Account 2025 Review Learn about the Fifth Third Essential Checking Account, including its fees and features, and compare it to other checking options from online banks.