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.

Should You Report Income From Bank Interest & Bonuses? Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Should You Report Income From Bank Interest & Bonuses? Did you take advantage of bank account or credit card sign-up bonuses? Or, maybe... Are Banks Closed on Presidents’ Day? See our Presidents' Day holiday bank hours schedule and find out if your bank is open or closed. Be sure to get your banking done early! 5 Online Banking Scams Every Consumer Should Know How to Open a Roth IRA: A Complete Guide Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen How to Open a Roth IRA: A Complete Guide When you’re ready to start building retirement savings, you have several options... How to Buy Stock in DoorDash: Invest in Food Delivery & Takeout Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen How to Buy Stock in DoorDash: Invest in Food Delivery & Takeout When it comes to food delivery, DoorDash is easily top-of-mind. As a consumer, you... The Best Short-Term Personal Loans in 2024 Find out which personal loan is the best for someone who needs a short-term personal loan. Compare lenders with low borrowing minimums and short borrowing periods. Where to Find Small Personal Loans Find out where you can find small personal loans when you just need a little bit of extra money to get by. Compare your options from banks, credit unions, and online lenders to see which one offers the small-dollar personal loan that fits your needs. The Tax Advantages of Taking a HELOC Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen The Tax Advantages of Taking a HELOC The Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) offers an economical way of consolidating... Insider Secrets from a Chase Banker: How to Complain the Right Way Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Insider Secrets from a Chase Banker: How to Complain the Right Way Don't make it a habit to overspend with a debit card -- it can be... How to Invest in U.S. Series I Savings Bonds Learn the basics how to invest in Series I Savings Bonds, a viable savings product with low-risk and protection from inflation.