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.

Virtual Credit Card Account Numbers: What You Need to Know Many people have never heard of this tool but it's one that can protect your credit card information. Here's how it works and why you should consider using it. Mortgage Borrowing Basics For First-Time Home Buyers Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Mortgage Borrowing Basics For First-Time Home Buyers 1. How to Get a Mortgage & Loan Eligibility What lenders look for When... What Are Prepaid Debit Cards? Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen What Are Prepaid Debit Cards? The cards have become popular with Millenials, the under-banked and un-banked, and... Priceline Rewards vs. Barclaycard Arrival Plus Credit Card Review: Which is Better? Compare the Priceline Rewards Visa and Barclaycard Arrival Plus World Elite MasterCard to see which travel credit card is better for free trips. Why You Didn't Get Your Credit Card Rewards Don't get cheated from your credit card rewards because the purchase wasn't in the right category. See what you can do to make sure that you get your rewards. Does TD Bank Offer Free Coin Counting Machines? Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Does TD Bank Offer Free Coin Counting Machines? TD Bank, NYC TD Bank, coined as America's Most Convenient Bank, does not provide... How to Teach Your Kids the Value of Saving Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen How to Teach Your Kids the Value of Saving Image Credit |... How & Where To Deposit A Check With Two Names A two-party check is a check that is addressed to two payees. Learn the important difference between “and” and “or” as well as how and where you can cash it. 3 Essential Bank Accounts for the Recent College Grad The perfect checking account, savings account and credit card for any college graduate who is just starting to take responsibility of their money. Capital One-Discover Merger: What It Could Mean for You Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Capital One-Discover Merger: What It Could Mean for You Capital One announced a $35.5 billion deal to acquire Discover Financial Services,...