Articles by Simon Zhen
Cashier’s Check vs. Money Order: Which One Clears the Fastest?
Money order vs. cashier check vs. personal checks: Compare fees, fraud risks, and ideal use cases by choosing the right (and fastest) option for your needs.
Simon Zhen
Does Walmart Cash Personal Checks in 2025? Fees, Limits & Rules
Walmart offers a convenient and affordable way to cash certain types of preprinted...
What Are Mobile Check Deposit Limits? Know Before You Bank
Mobile check deposit limits vary widely across banks and can depend on factors like...
Coin Counting Machines Still Exist: Which Banks Have Them?
Compare coin counting machine fees and turn loose change into more cash. Avoid hidden fees, count coins fast, and keep more of your money. Find trusted options.
Simon Zhen
Announcing the MyBankTracker Financial Product Awards for Q2 2017
Find out which bank accounts, including checking, savings, and CDs, are the best for consumers in the second quarter of 2017.
Simon Zhen
American Express Offers Free FICO Credit Scores to Customers
Imagine getting free FICO credit scores from your credit card. It's a major...
How to Save Your Tax Refund in Series I U.S. Savings Bonds
Last year, the IRS reported that the agency received 22,520 tax returns requesting...
How Credit Score is Calculated by Equifax, Experian & Transunion
Your FICO credit score can end up costing or saving you lots of money. Knowing how it's calculated can mean a difference of thousands of dollars.
Simon Zhen
Do You Really Have to Show ID When Using Your Credit Card?
Ever been asked to show your ID when you wanted to use your credit card at a store? See if retailers can do actually do that — is it legal?
Simon Zhen
Which Credit Report Does U.S. Bank Pull?
U.S. Bank most frequently pulls TransUnion credit reports when reviewing credit card...









