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 to Cash a Check at Walmart Learn all about cashing a check at Walmart, including the information that you need to provide. Find out the fees and limits that apply. What Are Mobile Check Deposit Limits at the Top U.S. Banks? Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen What Are Mobile Check Deposit Limits at the Top U.S. Banks? Mobile check deposit limits vary widely across banks and can depend on factors like... Coin Counting Machines Still Exist: Which Banks Have Them? Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Coin Counting Machines Still Exist: Which Banks Have Them? Major national banks no longer offer coin-counting machines, but local community... The Best CD Rates in Utah for 2025 Find the best CD rates available from local banks in Utah. Compare them to options offered by online banks. The Best CD Rates in Connecticut for 2025 Find out which Connecticut banks provide the best CD rates to local residents based on rates, maturity terms, and minimum opening deposits. The Best CD Rates in Oklahoma for 2025 Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen The Best CD Rates in Oklahoma for 2025 With a diverse list of banks operating across Oklahoma, identifying the best... The Best CD Rates in Kentucky for 2025 Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen The Best CD Rates in Kentucky for 2025 Navigating the numerous banks throughout Kentucky can be challenging for residents... The Best CD Rates in Oregon for 2025 Find out which local banks in Oregon are offering the best CD rates--considering maturity terms and minimum deposit requirements too. The Best CD Rates in Colorado for 2025 Find the highest CD rates available from local banks in Colorado. And, compare them to other options such as those from online banks. The Best CD Rates in South Carolina for 2025 Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen The Best CD Rates in South Carolina for 2025 South Carolina touts a diverse range of financial institutions–from large national...