Articles by Thomas (TJ) Porter

TJ Porter has in-depth experience in reviewing financial products such as savings accounts, credit cards, and brokerages, writing how-tos, and answering financial questions. He has also contributed to publications and companies such as Investment Zen and Echo Fox. He aims to provide actionable advice that can help readers better their financial lives. Education: B.S. in Business Administration, Concentration in Information Systems from Northeastern University.

The Best Checking Accounts in Indiana for 2025 Find out which local banks in Indiana offer the best checking accounts based on fees, interest, rewards, ATM access, and convenient account management features. The Best Checking Accounts in Illinois for 2025 Photo of Thomas (TJ) Porter Thomas (TJ) Porter The Best Checking Accounts in Illinois for 2025 Illinois is the sixth most populous state in the U.S. and it's an economic... The Best Checking Accounts in Georgia for 2025 Photo of Thomas (TJ) Porter Thomas (TJ) Porter The Best Checking Accounts in Georgia for 2025 Your checking account is the center of your financial life. When you get paid,... The Best Checking Accounts in Florida of 2025 Find out which local bank in Florida offer the best checking accounts to consumers in the state, especially after we've reviewed monthly fees and features. The Best Checking Accounts in Colorado of 2025 See which local Colorado banks offer the best checking accounts based on fees and features and how you should go about picking one. The Best Checking Accounts in California of 2025 Photo of Thomas (TJ) Porter Thomas (TJ) Porter The Best Checking Accounts in California of 2025 Your checking account is the center of your financial life. When you get a... The Best Checking Accounts in Arizona of 2025 Photo of Thomas (TJ) Porter Thomas (TJ) Porter The Best Checking Accounts in Arizona of 2025 If you live in the Grand Canyon State, you've got easy access to some of the biggest... The Best Checking Accounts in Alabama for 2025 See which local banks in Alabama offer the best checking accounts to residents based on account fees, interest rates,and money management features. The Best Savings Accounts in Arkansas for 2025 See which local banks in Arkansas offer the best savings accounts to residents based on fees and other features - compared to popular online savings accounts. The Best Savings Accounts in Arizona for 2025 Photo of Thomas (TJ) Porter Thomas (TJ) Porter The Best Savings Accounts in Arizona for 2025 Arizona is home to 7 million Americans, each needing access to banking services....