Investing Tip #189: Select a Broker and Open a Brokerage Account

Last Updated on November 4, 2014 Robert Farrington Leave a Comment
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You can buy a stock that trades on the stock exchanges through your broker. You have to open an account with a stock brokerage firm before availing the trading related services.

It is advisable to do some research on stock brokerage firms. Information on them can be found on the Internet. Compare various stock brokerage firms, their services and fees. Select the best.

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Investing Tip #189: Select a Broker and Open a Brokerage Account

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