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.

How Your Spending Can Have Tax Consequences How I Make Extra Money with an eBay Store Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen How I Make Extra Money with an eBay Store Ever since I could remember, I loved shopping. As a kid, weekends meant going to the... How to Transfer Money to Another Bank Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen How to Transfer Money to Another Bank Q: If I want to send money to a customer at another bank, what’s cheapest way to... Is Your Tax Preparer Doing a Good Job? When and How to Start Saving for a Retirement A guide to get yourself started on building that nest egg. Guide to Home Equity Loans Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Guide to Home Equity Loans A home equity loan is similar to a personal loan, but you're putting your house up... How to Get Back $450 from Your Travel Credit Card After a Flight Delay Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen How to Get Back $450 from Your Travel Credit Card After a Flight Delay Vacations should be a time for fun and relaxation, but as many frequent travelers... What a Near-Perfect FICO Score Looks Like and How You Can Get It Too Consumers often wonder if a perfect FICO score is possible because no one has ever seen it. But, we found one woman who is extremely close to it. 7 Rules Savings: Short-term and Long-term When it comes to saving, following these 7 rules will ensure your maximizing your earnings. What to do When Chase Cancels Your Credit Card Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen What to do When Chase Cancels Your Credit Card Credit cards, like other bank accounts, can change over time for many reasons. Card...