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Addison Securities
Regional independent financial service firm with corporate headquarters in Dallas. Provide brokerage service to a network of independent investment consultants. Services include trading and operations, accounting, technology, marketing, complian...
www.addisonsecurities.com
Regional independent financial service firm with corporate headquarters in Dallas. Provide brokerage service to a network of independent investment consultants. Services include trading and operations, accounting, technology, marketing, complian...
www.addisonsecurities.com
AKJ, Inc.
Retain clearing arrangements with Raymond James & Associates and Bear Stearns (through Online Trading) in the U.S., and manage offshore clients' accounts through various US, European and offshore brokerages.
www.akj.com
Retain clearing arrangements with Raymond James & Associates and Bear Stearns (through Online Trading) in the U.S., and manage offshore clients' accounts through various US, European and offshore brokerages.
www.akj.com
Start a Hedge Fund, Prime Brokerage, Trade Execution
Alaris Trading Partners is a full service registered broker/dealer providing services to hedge funds, money managers, investment advisers and traders.
www.alaristrading.com(Paid)
Alaris Trading Partners is a full service registered broker/dealer providing services to hedge funds, money managers, investment advisers and traders.
www.alaristrading.com(Paid)
American Municipal Securities, Inc.
An investment firm offering personalized service to individual investors for municipal and corporate bonds, government securities, mutual funds, annuities, as well as individual stocks located in Florida.
www.amuni.com
An investment firm offering personalized service to individual investors for municipal and corporate bonds, government securities, mutual funds, annuities, as well as individual stocks located in Florida.
www.amuni.com
Aton Investment Group
First Russian broker to offer its clients ADR trading services on foreign markets. Aton's most distinguishing characteristic is ownership by management, which has chosen not to leverage financial strength for political gain.
www.aton.ru
First Russian broker to offer its clients ADR trading services on foreign markets. Aton's most distinguishing characteristic is ownership by management, which has chosen not to leverage financial strength for political gain.
www.aton.ru
Diamond Hill Investment
NASD Broker-dealer in Ohio that offers a variety of managed and trans-actional accounts, including regular cash accounts, regular margin accounts, mutual fund and advisory accounts for long-term investors.
www.bancstockgroup.com
NASD Broker-dealer in Ohio that offers a variety of managed and trans-actional accounts, including regular cash accounts, regular margin accounts, mutual fund and advisory accounts for long-term investors.
www.bancstockgroup.com
Bay Capital
Strategy of using mutual funds and variable annuities as the vehicles to optimize the risk/reward relationship for clients. The company is based in Tampa, Florida.
www.baycapital.com
Strategy of using mutual funds and variable annuities as the vehicles to optimize the risk/reward relationship for clients. The company is based in Tampa, Florida.
www.baycapital.com
Banc of America Prime Brokerage
Provider of full service equity brokerage, including an online trading platform.
www.bofasecurities.com
Provider of full service equity brokerage, including an online trading platform.
www.bofasecurities.com
Butler, Wick & Co., Inc.
Full-service investment institution located in Youngstown, Ohio.
www.butlerwick.com
Full-service investment institution located in Youngstown, Ohio.
www.butlerwick.com
Calton & Associates
Florida based investment-banking firm registered in 50 states serving both fixed income and equity investors as well as municipal issuers. Stock transactions are made on a discount commission basis.
www.calton-associates.com
Florida based investment-banking firm registered in 50 states serving both fixed income and equity investors as well as municipal issuers. Stock transactions are made on a discount commission basis.
www.calton-associates.com
Carillon Investments, Inc
A full service broker/dealer and investment advisor.
www.carilloninvest.com
A full service broker/dealer and investment advisor.
www.carilloninvest.com
Corporate Consultants International
Australian financial services firm. Charges a flat fee of a maximum of 1.5% of the funds subscribed for placing investments on behalf of clients.
www.cci.com.au
Australian financial services firm. Charges a flat fee of a maximum of 1.5% of the funds subscribed for placing investments on behalf of clients.
www.cci.com.au
Centennial Securities Company
Located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Products and services include: mutual funds, stocks, corporate bonds, tax-free municipal bonds, government & agency bonds, tax deferred fixed annuities, tax deferred variable annuities, and unit investment ...
www.centennialsec.com
Located in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Products and services include: mutual funds, stocks, corporate bonds, tax-free municipal bonds, government & agency bonds, tax deferred fixed annuities, tax deferred variable annuities, and unit investment ...
www.centennialsec.com
Choice Investments
Broker/dealer of stocks, bonds, mutual funds, IPO's, CD's, treasuries, annuities. The company is based in Austin, Texas.
www.choiceinv.com
Broker/dealer of stocks, bonds, mutual funds, IPO's, CD's, treasuries, annuities. The company is based in Austin, Texas.
www.choiceinv.com
Commonwealth Equity Services
National network of independent financial advisors located in Massachusetts. Licensed to sell securities through Commonwealth with the National Association of Securities Dealers and the requisite federal and local regulatory agencies.
www.commonwealth.com
National network of independent financial advisors located in Massachusetts. Licensed to sell securities through Commonwealth with the National Association of Securities Dealers and the requisite federal and local regulatory agencies.
www.commonwealth.com
Dallas Commodity Company, Inc.
Full service accounts from a professional account executive. Brokers are licensed with the National Futures Association as a Registered Commodity Representative. Provides access to market research, real-time quotes and timely market information.
www.dallascommodity.com
Full service accounts from a professional account executive. Brokers are licensed with the National Futures Association as a Registered Commodity Representative. Provides access to market research, real-time quotes and timely market information.
www.dallascommodity.com
David Lerner Associates, Inc.
Full service investment firm headquartered in Syosset, New York.
davidlerner.com
Full service investment firm headquartered in Syosset, New York.
davidlerner.com
DBK-Pinnacle, Inc
To open a Pinnacle Income account, one must be a resident of Arizona, California, Florida, Illinois, Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, Oregon, or Washington or have foreign W-8 status.
www.dbk-pinnacle.com
To open a Pinnacle Income account, one must be a resident of Arizona, California, Florida, Illinois, Minnesota, Nevada, New Jersey, Oregon, or Washington or have foreign W-8 status.
www.dbk-pinnacle.com
Dorsey & Company
Provides full service financial and securities services to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. Services: investment consulting and money management, securities brokerage, market making, municipal and corporate finance. The company ...
www.dorseyco.com
Provides full service financial and securities services to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. Services: investment consulting and money management, securities brokerage, market making, municipal and corporate finance. The company ...
www.dorseyco.com
Durlacher Stockbrokers
Durlacher offers a range of advisory and dealing services to institutional and private clients and is based in London, England. Services include dealing in domestic and international shares, bonds, debt instruments, unit trusts, mutual funds, de...
www.durlacher.co.uk
Durlacher offers a range of advisory and dealing services to institutional and private clients and is based in London, England. Services include dealing in domestic and international shares, bonds, debt instruments, unit trusts, mutual funds, de...
www.durlacher.co.uk
Equitas America
Specialized brokerage services include comprehensive cash management accounts combining securities brokerage, checking, money market sweep and margin borrowing.
www.equitasusa.com
Specialized brokerage services include comprehensive cash management accounts combining securities brokerage, checking, money market sweep and margin borrowing.
www.equitasusa.com
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Ferris, Baker, Watts
Headquartered in Washington, DC. the company is an investment banking firm, serving clients throughout the mid-Atlantic region. Member of the NYSE and SIPC.
www.fbw.com
Headquartered in Washington, DC. the company is an investment banking firm, serving clients throughout the mid-Atlantic region. Member of the NYSE and SIPC.
www.fbw.com
First Financial Planners
FFP Securities, Inc., founded in 1985, is a full-service broker/dealer registered with the National Association of Securities Dealers through which all securities are offered.
www.ffp1.com
FFP Securities, Inc., founded in 1985, is a full-service broker/dealer registered with the National Association of Securities Dealers through which all securities are offered.
www.ffp1.com
ICap, Inc.
Member of Lehman Brother’s Global Clearing Network, provides a range of services and products, including listed and unlisted equities, government, corporate and municipal bonds.
www.financing-solutions.com
Member of Lehman Brother’s Global Clearing Network, provides a range of services and products, including listed and unlisted equities, government, corporate and municipal bonds.
www.financing-solutions.com
First Union Securities, Inc.
Registered broker-dealer. Member New York Stock Exchange and SIPC, and a separate, non-bank affiliate of First Union Corporation. Site features include market commentary, research and investment ideas.
www.firstunionsec.com
Registered broker-dealer. Member New York Stock Exchange and SIPC, and a separate, non-bank affiliate of First Union Corporation. Site features include market commentary, research and investment ideas.
www.firstunionsec.com
Financial Network
A full service broker-dealer providing a range of financial services to individuals, institutions and employers.
www.fnic.com
A full service broker-dealer providing a range of financial services to individuals, institutions and employers.
www.fnic.com
Financial West Group
Company is based in California and offers financial products and services: general securities, fixed income trading, and broker/dealer secondary clearing facilities.
www.fwg.com
Company is based in California and offers financial products and services: general securities, fixed income trading, and broker/dealer secondary clearing facilities.
www.fwg.com
GBS Financial Corp.
Full service, national independent brokerage firm with corporate headquarters in Sherman Oaks, California.
www.gbsfinancial.com
Full service, national independent brokerage firm with corporate headquarters in Sherman Oaks, California.
www.gbsfinancial.com
Goodbody Stockbrokers
Institutional brokers and private client firm in Ireland. Member of the Irish Stock Exchange, the London Stock Exchange and regulated by the Central Bank Of Ireland.
www.goodbody.ie
Institutional brokers and private client firm in Ireland. Member of the Irish Stock Exchange, the London Stock Exchange and regulated by the Central Bank Of Ireland.
www.goodbody.ie
JJB Hilliard, WL Lyons, Inc.
Broker-dealer with staff on the floors of the NYSE and AMEX; member of the Chicago Stock Exchange, SIA, NASD, and SIPC. Site includes a map of the firm's branches around the US.
www.hilliard.com
Broker-dealer with staff on the floors of the NYSE and AMEX; member of the Chicago Stock Exchange, SIA, NASD, and SIPC. Site includes a map of the firm's branches around the US.
www.hilliard.com
InvestIN Securities Corp.
Licensed broker/dealer in 47 states of the U.S. and not licensed in Minnesota, New Hampshire, North Dakota or Puerto Rico. Corporate headquarters is located in Dallas, Texas.
www.investin.com
Licensed broker/dealer in 47 states of the U.S. and not licensed in Minnesota, New Hampshire, North Dakota or Puerto Rico. Corporate headquarters is located in Dallas, Texas.
www.investin.com
Investment Center, Inc.
Nationwide, full service, securities Broker-Dealer with a network of affiliated, independently-owned offices.
www.investmentctr.com
Nationwide, full service, securities Broker-Dealer with a network of affiliated, independently-owned offices.
www.investmentctr.com
Investors Capital Holding
Fixed income and equity broker dealer, specializing in government and corporate securities.
www.investorscapital.com
Fixed income and equity broker dealer, specializing in government and corporate securities.
www.investorscapital.com
Full Service Online Forex Broker
Free $10,000 Currency Demo Account With Real Time Charts, News and Research.
Forex Demo | Open Live Account | Managed Account | Contact Us
www.iTradeFX.com (Paid)
Free $10,000 Currency Demo Account With Real Time Charts, News and Research.
Forex Demo | Open Live Account | Managed Account | Contact Us
www.iTradeFX.com (Paid)
KMS Financial Services, Inc.
Independent financial services firm based in Seattle, Washington. Member of the National Association of Securities Dealers, Inc., and the Securities Investor Protection Corporation.
www.kms.com
Independent financial services firm based in Seattle, Washington. Member of the National Association of Securities Dealers, Inc., and the Securities Investor Protection Corporation.
www.kms.com
Lincoln Investment Planning, Inc.
Corporate office is located in Wyncote, Pennsylvania. Through Lincoln, one can trade stocks, corporate bonds, government bonds and municipal bonds sold on major exchanges or in the over-the-counter market.
www.lincolninvestment.com
Corporate office is located in Wyncote, Pennsylvania. Through Lincoln, one can trade stocks, corporate bonds, government bonds and municipal bonds sold on major exchanges or in the over-the-counter market.
www.lincolninvestment.com
LPL Financial Services
Independent brokerage firm without proprietary investment products and has a national network of independent representatives.
www.lpl.com
Independent brokerage firm without proprietary investment products and has a national network of independent representatives.
www.lpl.com
MJ Whitman, Inc.
Headquartered in New York and specializes in distressed private obligations and other sophisticated investments.
www.mjwhitman.com
Headquartered in New York and specializes in distressed private obligations and other sophisticated investments.
www.mjwhitman.com
Mutual Securities, Inc.
Offering general securities services through a network of independent representatives to institutional and individual investors. Investments available through Mutual include stocks, fixed income, options, mutual funds, fee-based asset management...
www.mutualsecurities.com
Offering general securities services through a network of independent representatives to institutional and individual investors. Investments available through Mutual include stocks, fixed income, options, mutual funds, fee-based asset management...
www.mutualsecurities.com
Mutual Service Corporation
MSC is based in West Palm Beach, Florida and registered in all 50 states. MSC is a financial planning broker/dealer and registered investment advisor serving a network of independent financial advisors.
www.mutualservice.com
MSC is based in West Palm Beach, Florida and registered in all 50 states. MSC is a financial planning broker/dealer and registered investment advisor serving a network of independent financial advisors.
www.mutualservice.com
National Securities Corporation
The firm's business revolves around a core of individual client services including: buying and selling securities, investment banking, asset management, institutional sales and research.
www.nationalsecurities.com
The firm's business revolves around a core of individual client services including: buying and selling securities, investment banking, asset management, institutional sales and research.
www.nationalsecurities.com
NCB Stockbrokers
Irish financial services group providing stockbroking, corporate finance and money-broking. This site allows NCB's institutional clients access to equity and bond research as well as live prices.
www.ncb.ie
Irish financial services group providing stockbroking, corporate finance and money-broking. This site allows NCB's institutional clients access to equity and bond research as well as live prices.
www.ncb.ie
Nikko Securities Co., Ltd.
Headquartered in Chuo-ku, Tokyo, Japan Tokyo and listed on the following exchanges: Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, Frankfurt, Singapore, Dusseldolf, Luxemborg and Paris.
www.nikko.co.jp
Headquartered in Chuo-ku, Tokyo, Japan Tokyo and listed on the following exchanges: Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, Frankfurt, Singapore, Dusseldolf, Luxemborg and Paris.
www.nikko.co.jp
Full Service Brokers
Discount brokerage services including free tools, research and education for online stocks and options investors. Open an Account!
www.optionsxpress.com (Paid)
Discount brokerage services including free tools, research and education for online stocks and options investors. Open an Account!
www.optionsxpress.com (Paid)
Parker/Hunter Incorporated
Member of the New York Stock Exchange. Independently-owned stockbrokerage and investment banking firm headquartered in Pennsylvania. Other services include research, investment education, news & events.
www.parkerhunter.com
Member of the New York Stock Exchange. Independently-owned stockbrokerage and investment banking firm headquartered in Pennsylvania. Other services include research, investment education, news & events.
www.parkerhunter.com
Peters & Company Limited
Full service investment dealer headquartered in Calgary, Alberta. The firm specializes in investments in the Canadian energy industry, and offers corporate finance and financial advisory services.
www.petersco.com
Full service investment dealer headquartered in Calgary, Alberta. The firm specializes in investments in the Canadian energy industry, and offers corporate finance and financial advisory services.
www.petersco.com
Phoenix Portfolio Management Services, Inc.
Independent broker-dealer advisory firm, affiliated with NASD and the SEC. Clients can attend seminars and receive a newsletter.
www.phoenix-portfolio.com
Independent broker-dealer advisory firm, affiliated with NASD and the SEC. Clients can attend seminars and receive a newsletter.
www.phoenix-portfolio.com
Pacific International Securities
Full service Canadian investment brokerage firm providing a full range of investment products and services for the retail, institutional and corporate investor.
www.pi-securities.com
Full service Canadian investment brokerage firm providing a full range of investment products and services for the retail, institutional and corporate investor.
www.pi-securities.com
Pilling & Co Stockbrokers
Independent stockbrokers since 1893 based in the UK. Products include: ISAs, PEPs, SIPPs, share dealing, investment services, professional services, individual savings accounts, personal equity plans, self-invested pension plans.
www.pilling.co.uk
Independent stockbrokers since 1893 based in the UK. Products include: ISAs, PEPs, SIPPs, share dealing, investment services, professional services, individual savings accounts, personal equity plans, self-invested pension plans.
www.pilling.co.uk
P&K Securities
Greek securities firm, member of P&K Financial Group, providing full brokerage services, asset management, mutual funds management and financial advisory services.
www.pksec.gr(Paid)
Greek securities firm, member of P&K Financial Group, providing full brokerage services, asset management, mutual funds management and financial advisory services.
www.pksec.gr(Paid)
PMG Securities
Provides a comprehensive array of products and services for your investment and insurance needs.
www.pmgsecurities.com
Provides a comprehensive array of products and services for your investment and insurance needs.
www.pmgsecurities.com
PTI Securities
Brokerage firm located in Chicago, Illinois providing serious off-floor traders with professional execution. Website includes securities trading, futures trading, economic commentary, weekly Dow Jones/S&P commentary and educational information.
www.ptihedge.com
Brokerage firm located in Chicago, Illinois providing serious off-floor traders with professional execution. Website includes securities trading, futures trading, economic commentary, weekly Dow Jones/S&P commentary and educational information.
www.ptihedge.com
Raymond James Financial Services
Offers its clients a wide selection of investments and services from offices in the US. Many products are available through the firm's subsidiaries and joint ventures.
www.raymondjames.com
Offers its clients a wide selection of investments and services from offices in the US. Many products are available through the firm's subsidiaries and joint ventures.
www.raymondjames.com
Rhodes Securities, Inc.
Broker/dealer; home office is located in Fort Worth, Texas. Products and services offered include stocks, bonds, mutual funds, options, CD's, managed accounts, qualified retirement plans, variable annuities and financial planning.
www.rhodessecurities.com
Broker/dealer; home office is located in Fort Worth, Texas. Products and services offered include stocks, bonds, mutual funds, options, CD's, managed accounts, qualified retirement plans, variable annuities and financial planning.
www.rhodessecurities.com
R.K. Grace & Company
Full service broker/dealer and registered investment advisor based in Miami, Florida. R.K. Grace maintains a correspondent relationship with a wholly-owned and fully guaranteed subsidiary of Dain Rauscher Incorporated; Dain Correspondent Cleari...
www.rkgrace.com
Full service broker/dealer and registered investment advisor based in Miami, Florida. R.K. Grace maintains a correspondent relationship with a wholly-owned and fully guaranteed subsidiary of Dain Rauscher Incorporated; Dain Correspondent Cleari...
www.rkgrace.com
Robert W. Baird & Co. Incorporated
Founded in Milwaukee. Serving the Midwest: individuals, corporations, municipalities and institutional investors.
www.rwbaird.com
Founded in Milwaukee. Serving the Midwest: individuals, corporations, municipalities and institutional investors.
www.rwbaird.com
Saperston Asset Management Inc.
An independent investment firm in Buffalo, New York. Its purpose is to put the emphasis back onto the client by providing client-specific investment services.
www.saperston.com
An independent investment firm in Buffalo, New York. Its purpose is to put the emphasis back onto the client by providing client-specific investment services.
www.saperston.com
Sloan Securities Corp.
Provides the services of a traditional brokerage firm, and Sloan Online Self-Directed Pension Plans, Sloan Online Institutional Trading Services, IPO's, private placements and unique fixed income securities.
www.sloansecurities.com
Provides the services of a traditional brokerage firm, and Sloan Online Self-Directed Pension Plans, Sloan Online Institutional Trading Services, IPO's, private placements and unique fixed income securities.
www.sloansecurities.com
Strong Investments
Financial advisor providing funds, brokerage services and retirement.
www.strongcapital.com
Financial advisor providing funds, brokerage services and retirement.
www.strongcapital.com
Summit Brokerage Services, Inc.
Member NASD/SIPC. A full service stock brokerage firm servicing individual, corporate and institutional clients. Areas of expertise include retirement planning, asset management, portfolio review and evaluation of stocks, bonds and mutual funds,...
www.summitbrokerage.com
Member NASD/SIPC. A full service stock brokerage firm servicing individual, corporate and institutional clients. Areas of expertise include retirement planning, asset management, portfolio review and evaluation of stocks, bonds and mutual funds,...
www.summitbrokerage.com
Triad Securities
Prime brokerage & clearing services - U.S. and international equity trading & global new issue service.
www.triadsecurities.com(Paid)
Prime brokerage & clearing services - U.S. and international equity trading & global new issue service.
www.triadsecurities.com(Paid)
Trust Company of America/GEMISYS
Trust, transfer agent, limited partnership trading and brokerage services for the investor, investment advisor and direct investment company or stock/bond issuer.
www.trustamerica.com
Trust, transfer agent, limited partnership trading and brokerage services for the investor, investment advisor and direct investment company or stock/bond issuer.
www.trustamerica.com
Rogers International Commodity Index
Lead selling agent for Jim Rogers International Commodity Index Funds.
www.upsecurities.com(Paid)
Lead selling agent for Jim Rogers International Commodity Index Funds.
www.upsecurities.com(Paid)
USAForce.com
Brokerage accounts are offered through USACapital, Inc. a registered broker-dealer and member of NASD, Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board and SIPC. Members receive investment tips, news, research, S&P data, glossary, free IRAs and charts.
www.usaforce.com
Brokerage accounts are offered through USACapital, Inc. a registered broker-dealer and member of NASD, Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board and SIPC. Members receive investment tips, news, research, S&P data, glossary, free IRAs and charts.
www.usaforce.com
U.S. Securitieis & Futures Corporation
Full service broker-dealer and FCM specializing in the trading of futures and options based in New York. USSF's experience in U.S. and global markets also encompasses equities, bonds and investment banking. Structured to serve institutions, prof...
www.ussecurities.com
Full service broker-dealer and FCM specializing in the trading of futures and options based in New York. USSF's experience in U.S. and global markets also encompasses equities, bonds and investment banking. Structured to serve institutions, prof...
www.ussecurities.com
Vanguard Capital
Headquartered in San Diego, California, Vanguard Capital is registered with NASD, SIPC, SEC, the National Futures Association and is a Registered Investment Advisor. The firm is licensed to sell securities in all 50 states, the District of Colu...
www.vanguardcapital.com
Headquartered in San Diego, California, Vanguard Capital is registered with NASD, SIPC, SEC, the National Futures Association and is a Registered Investment Advisor. The firm is licensed to sell securities in all 50 states, the District of Colu...
www.vanguardcapital.com
Wilson HTM Ltd
Australian independent full service investment house, providing a complete range of services. Services include financial planning, superannuation and tax planning, asset management, sharebroking advice, money market investments and property trus...
www.wilsonhtm.com.au
Australian independent full service investment house, providing a complete range of services. Services include financial planning, superannuation and tax planning, asset management, sharebroking advice, money market investments and property trus...
www.wilsonhtm.com.au
Williams Financial Group
Independent broker/dealer registered with the NASD. Licensed as a registered investment advisor with the State of Texas. WFG provides financial advice and services to individuals, corporations and municipalities throughout the Southwest with off...
www.wmfingrp.com
Independent broker/dealer registered with the NASD. Licensed as a registered investment advisor with the State of Texas. WFG provides financial advice and services to individuals, corporations and municipalities throughout the Southwest with off...
www.wmfingrp.com
Wilbanks Securities
Full service broker dealer, financial planning and securities brokerage firm.
www.wsecurities.com
Full service broker dealer, financial planning and securities brokerage firm.
www.wsecurities.com
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Guide to Full Service Brokers
Full service brokers provide valuable advice if you're willing to pay for it
Full service brokers offer an array of services including stocks, bonds, annuities and insurance. Discount brokers provide some of the same services but don't charge high commissions. The commissions often seem so hefty that they have spawned a recent increase in do-it-yourself discount brokerages, where you can build a stock portfolio online without having to consult a broker. Your knowledge of investing and cost of investment services should factor into your decision when choosing any kind of broker service.
Consider the following when deciding whether a full service broker or discount broker will best serve your needs:
1. Full service brokerage firms versus discount brokers
2. What you have to invest with a full service brokerage, including commissions
3. The reputation of the full service or discount broker
Consider the following when deciding whether a full service broker or discount broker will best serve your needs:
1. Full service brokerage firms versus discount brokers
2. What you have to invest with a full service brokerage, including commissions
3. The reputation of the full service or discount broker
Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done
Consider whether a full service brokerage will provide what you need
Full service brokerage firms charge investment fees for extra services that discount brokers don't offer. The brokers are paid by commissions, which means they could advise you to buy and sell even when it doesn't meet your needs. The plus is that full service brokerages are staffed by experts and they are very knowledgeable about the entire process.
I recommend:
ThinkQuest breaks down full service brokerages' commissions to give you a clear idea of what kind of fees to expect.
Factor full service broker commissions into your budget
Whether you choose a full service stock broker or a discount broker, you'll need know exactly what you'll spend by combining the commission and what you actually invest. If you think commissions for a full service commodity broker would be too steep but you still want to invest, discount brokers may be the way to go. If you are a first time investor, some discount brokers offer inexpensive services even if you have very little investment capital.
I recommend:
Turn to the Motley Fool for a list of requirements for discount brokers. Look into one of the "Big Three" discount brokers: E*TRADE, Charles Schwab and TD AMERITRADE.
Pick a reputable full service brokerage company based on ratings
The assortment of options are endless for both discount brokers and full service brokers. Pick a service with a solid reputation, especially if you decide on a full service brokerage firm where you'll pay heavily for the advice of the broker.
I recommend:
SmartMoney ranks both full service investment brokers and discount brokers. To have an in-depth review of broker options including user reviews e-mailed to you, go to Broker Adviser. Forbes offers a review of the top full service stock brokers. Consult the website of the North America Securities Administrator Association for your state representative. The NASAA reviews investment professionals and enforces laws surrounding their practices.
Tips & Tactics
Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide- Some online discount brokers offer phone consultations with professional stock brokers for a fee. Make sure you know what the fee is since it may be equal to the commission of a full service commodity broker.
