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.

Why a Savings Account Remains Important in Your 40s Find out why you shouldn't ignore a savings account in your 40s, when your finances have become more comprehensive and more complicated. How to Save & Invest for Retirement Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen How to Save & Invest for Retirement It's easy to get lost in the world of retirement planning. There are so many... Discover® Bank CD Account Rates 2024 Review Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Discover® Bank CD Account Rates 2024 Review Learn more about the interest rates and fees on certificates of deposit (CDs) from Discover Bank. See how they compare to CDs from other online banks. Gainbridge FastBreak Annuity 2024 Review Our review of the Gainbridge FastBreak annuity product looks at the potential returns, fees, and flexibility for medium- to long-term savers. Banking Predictions for 2024: Overdraft Changes, More Crypto, Savings Accounts In the 2024 edition of MyBankTracker's Banking predictions, we look at the possible trends for the banking industry and how they could affect consumer finances. New Hybrid Investments: Balance of Safety and Higher Returns Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen New Hybrid Investments: Balance of Safety and Higher Returns In the vast market of financial vehicles available to the average consumer,... Which Banks Are Open on Sunday? Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Which Banks Are Open on Sunday? Long before the digital age, banks and financial institutions closed during the... Capital One MONEY Teen Checking Account 2024 Review Our review of the Capital One MONEY Teen Checking Account looks at the account fees and features that allow parents to provide their kids with spending power. Does Having Too Many Bank Accounts Hurt Your Credit Score? Multiple bank accounts don't necessarily hurt your credit score, but there are a few ways that they might. MyBankTracker breaks down how. Citi Double Cash Credit Card 2024 Review Photo of Simon Zhen Simon Zhen Citi Double Cash Credit Card 2024 Review Earn a good cash back rate on all your spending with Citi Double Cash. It is simple without any bonus categories to worry about.