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.

List of Interest Checking Accounts Offered by Online Banks in U.S. View a list of which online banks provide interest checking accounts. Compare the interest rates, account requirements and fees. The Best Second Chance Checking Accounts of 2024 Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen The Best Second Chance Checking Accounts of 2024 Getting a regular checking account can be difficult when you have previous... Ally Bank vs. Capital One 360 Checking Accounts Review Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Ally Bank vs. Capital One 360 Checking Accounts Review Capital One Mobile App Are you sick of your bank’s boring, fee-riddled checking... How Your Checking Account Can Impact Your Credit Score Your checking account impacts your credit score. The relationship between your checking account and credit score is one you should be familiar with. List of Online Banks With Savings and Interest Checking Accounts Find out which online banks offer high yield savings accounts and interest checking accounts that are worth considering because of high rates and fees. Personal Loan Monthly Payments Calculator Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Personal Loan Monthly Payments Calculator Compare Personal Loans Factors That Affect Your Monthly Payment Loan... What is a Checking Account?: A Quick 101 Guide Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen What is a Checking Account?: A Quick 101 Guide A checking account is a deposit account offered by financial institutions to make... How & Where to Buy Your First Investment Stock Deciding to invest money in the stock market can be a scary proposition. So what do you need to know about buying your first stock? 6 Reasons to Open a Second Checking Account Looking to earn more interest and withdraw more money from your checking account? Maybe you should look into opening second checking account. How to Save and Invest Without a Company 401(k) Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen How to Save and Invest Without a Company 401(k) Many companies, especially newer businesses, do not offer a company 401(k) plan...