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.

Robinhood HOOD Week 2024 Transfer Bonuses Robinhood HOOD Week 2024 is a promotional period when the brokerage offers attractive bonuses on incoming transfers from other brokerages. How to Save & Invest for Retirement Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen How to Save & Invest for Retirement It's easy to get lost in the world of retirement planning. There are so many... Study: Nearly 1 in 3 Americans Do Not Trust Mobile Banking at All Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Study: Nearly 1 in 3 Americans Do Not Trust Mobile Banking at All As smartphones and tablet devices have become necessities in the everyday lives of... Study: 1 in 5 Americans Spend More Time Planning Vacations vs. Managing Their Money A MyBankTracker survey finds that 1 in 5 Americans spend more time planning vacations than managing money, while 34% spend an equal amount of time on both. Are Banks Open on Thanksgiving Day? Thanksgiving Day is a federal holiday -- many government agencies, post offices and the stock market are closed. But, are banks open? How Far Would You Go to Get Rid of Your Student Debt? [Infographic] Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen How Far Would You Go to Get Rid of Your Student Debt? [Infographic] The dire situation of student loan debt is no mystery to the millions of Americans who... Are Banks Open on the Fourth of July? Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Are Banks Open on the Fourth of July? Independence Day is one of the major U.S. holidays and that means many Americans... Free Credit Score Alternatives Through Equifax, Experian, and Transunion MyBankTracker lists three companies (Equifax, Transunion, Experian) that can offer you a free alternative credit score and why they're worth checking out. How to Apply for an IRS Tax Filing Extension for Free - Form 4868 Study: How Much Money Would You Lend to Family or Close Friends? Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Study: How Much Money Would You Lend to Family or Close Friends? When a family member or close friend asks you to borrow some money, it’s often a...