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Can an online broker charge a fee just for registration, without any deposit?
Can any broker like TD, TradeKing, Schwab, etc, can charge me just because I have entered my details and open an account in their website?
Even if I didn't deposit anything?
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It is worth using a discount stock broker? I heard they might not get the best price on a trade?
I read somewhere that using a discount broker such a Trade King could actually cost more money because they may not be able to get the best price on a trade. Is there any truth to that? I am currently ...
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What is the cost of “free” trades?
It's not unusual to get a certain number of free trades when you open a new account at a brokerage, but some firms have gone as far as effectively eliminating trading fees altogether. For example, ...
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I'm in Australia. What should I look for in an online stock broker, for trading mostly on the ASX?
I'm currently with ETrade, and just from doing a little research, I think they're a little expensive. They're about $25 a trade where as other places are $15.
I was wondering, when finding an online ...
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Finding a Brokerage for Dollar-Cost Averaging
What lessons can you share when practicing dollar-cost averaging with a discount brokerage?
The goal is an inexpensive way to invest with every paycheck. With amounts that small, commissions have a ...
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Canada discount stock brokers: Interactive Brokers vs. Questrade?
I am currently trading with BMO and Scottrade, and I'm pretty satisfied with both (most with Scottrade). BMO charges pretty high commissions, 30$, so I'm looking to transferring to a different broker.
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How do I find a “bare-bones” discount broker to invest in many markets (mostly US) from outside the US?
I'm looking for a discount broker to trade by myself. I am not looking for a fancy interface, news service or trading advices, rather a bare-bones broker that will enable me to trade in various ...
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Which U.S. online discount broker is the best value for money?
Which U.S. online discount broker is the best value for money?
Lower prices preferred, but I also like to be able to reach somebody by phone when help is needed. 24 hours not required, but after ...
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What's the differences between a discount broker and a regular broker?
What are the differences between a discount broker and a regular broker? "Discount" implies a price difference... but why can they be cheaper than regular brokers??
