At first glance you might think that OptionsHouse is only a brokerage for option traders, but the truth is they actually also have some of the lowest stock trade commissions around.
OptionsHouse is a subsidiary of PEAK6 Investments, one of the biggest option trading brokerages around. While they deal heavily with options, OptionsHouse also has the [...]
If you need to know one thing about trading stocks, then remember this – If the news is already made public then you are probably already late. Getting that edge or staying on top of news is critical when trading stocks. No surprise that there are many services that directly focus on bringing you the [...]
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Argubably the most popular stock brokerage, Etrade is probably most associated with the commercials starring the little talking baby.
Ranked number 1 online stock broker by SmartMoney in 2008, Etrade is well-known for their assortment of investment vehicles.
Members can select various types of retirement and savings accounts, [...]
You have probably seen TradeKing posted everywhere on the internet, and rightfully so. The discount stock brokerage has racked up quite a few accolades over time:
SmartMoney 2008 – number 1 in customer service
SmartMoney 2007 – number 1 discount broker
Barron’s 2007 and 08 – received 4 stars
Kiplinger’s 2008 – received 5 stars
Key facts to consider:
Stock trades [...]
Wasn’t it just yesterday when Zecco first hit the seen with their unheard of free trading? Hard to believe a couple years have already gone by; however, the once “commission-less” broker has made some huge steps in becoming a serious contender.
First off, you CAN still receive free trades from Zecco, but the requirements are a [...]
thinkorswim was rated number 1 online broker for 2009 by Barron’s, and I am not surprised. Every single trader I have come across, with an account, is absolutely in love with the service. Hey, if you are new to stock trading, then thinkorswim even has free paper trading for you.
The discount broker is known for [...]
Looking for cheap trades, cheap commissions? For a little while now, MB Trading has been a little secret used by many active traders because it offers relatively cheap trades.
The discount brokerage was recently rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by Barron’s, and has been acknowledge for its ability to constantly improve its services and tools. [...]
I can’t help it but always see a TD Ameritrade commercial every time I turn on the television (a lot). It seems as though the discount brokerage has been around forever. The first brokerage account I opened was with TD Ameritrade, and I still actively use that account today.
Some key facts to note:
There are no [...]
If you are really (and I mean really) new to stock trading or just don’t want to waste time finding the best stock to invest in, then you might want to take a look at ShareBuilder.
Since it is part of ING Direct, odds are that you probably know what kind of broker ShareBuilder is. Basically [...]
It seems the more comfortable you get with trading, the more often you want to do it. Once this happens, it almost seems like you can’t find low enough commissions. Interactive Brokers tries to get you the lowest commissions possible.
Most trading happens in-house. That is why they are able to keep commissions low; however, low [...]
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