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Can brokerage commissions incurred in ESOP exercises be disallowed as capital loss due to wash sale rules? When you exercise options on two different days within a 30 day window, do the wash sale rules kick in and disallow brokerage commissions to be claimed as capital losses?

What is the best online brokerage that has no minimum balances? I am a college student dabbling in the stock market and currently have <$500US in the market with an online brokerage. I want to change brokerages, but most of them have minimum balances far greater than I can afford.

How to Short sell stocks online with a discount online brokerage? I am new to stocks overall. I would like to know how can I short sell stocks online with a discount online brokerage such as Etrade, TDameritrade, charlesshwab, etc. It is even possible to short sell stocks online with a discount brokerage or will I have to contact individual brokerages?

What are the most popular online commodity brokerage firms? Having invested in stocks for quite sometime, I am thinking to get into the commodity trading world. As a beginner in futures and options on futures, I would like to seek advice on the names of brokerage firms for such investment. I wonder what are the most popular online commodity brokerage firms (like TDAmeritrade for stocks) for setting up “self-directed” accounts with reasonable commissions, fees and requirements for opening accounts. Many thanks.

What is a good brokerage to go to for young person to start with? Getting out of college and want to find a brokerage with reasonable rates that you don't have to buy so many stocks to qualify. I want to start slow and go from there.

What is the best online brokerage option for a beginning investor? I am 19 and just starting out and wondering which online brokerage to use. Ameritrade? Scottrade? E Trade? ING? What's the best for a beginner?

When brokerage CDs are parceled out to multiple issuers, is the total amount FDIC insured? If you invest $500,000 in a brokerage CD, is it parceled out to 5 issuing banks at $100,000 each and thus fully FDIC insured? Will the brokerage firm invest more than $100,000 of your money with a single issuing bank?

How do I start real estate brokerage business? I just received the real estate broker license in California, and plan to do brokerage business. I'm not planning to setup a company or hire any agent. I'm thinking about joining Orange County Association of Realtors. Do I really need E&O insurance? What steps am I missing? Any advice will be appreciated.

Which one is a good stock brokerage if I want to start for the first time to buy stocks online? I want to try to buy stocks online. In my initial researches, there is this choice that I need to make: which stock brokerage should I use. What is the criterion to use and whom to trust. Please help.

What brokerage is best for trading penny stocks? What brokerage is the best for trading penny stocks?

How to title a brokerage account for a couple if one spouse is disabled and incompetent? I am trying to find out the best way to title a brokerage account for a friend whose wife has Alzeheimer disease. He has bank accounts which are now held as joint tenant with his wife. He is not sure if he should do the same for a brokerage account he is going to open.

Why do financial institutions open brokerage accounts, if they offer brokerage services as well? Ex. Say Bank A, who offers annuity investments, in Santo Domingo opens a brokerage account with Merrill Lynch in the US. Why would it do that if it can just trade and clear directly thru the institution?

How can I start a successful frieght brokerage business? I am finishing up with my Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (with a concentration in finance). Instead of jumping into a corporate job, I want to explore different business opportunities that interests me highly. Frieght brokerage happens to be one of these opportunities that interests me. Your suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance.

How do you transfer funds from a brokerage account to a bank savings account? I'm very new to the world of trading (in fact, I haven't even started yet). Here's my question: Let's say I sold some securities and made $2500. How do I get that cash from my online brokerage account (such as Scottrade) into my bank's savings account?

How to find flat without brokerage in pune? I have been finding a apartment in pune, but all flats are been handled by brokers and they ask for too much brokerage. Is there a way to find better place with no brokerage and get in touch with owner of apartment and not the broker.

How do I transfer my stocks from one brokerage firm to another? My brokerage sucks money. They sell off my stock every six months to pay their fees. I want to go to a less expensive firm but don't know how to do that. Does it cost money for me to transfer them to another brokerage? Can anyone recommend and inexpensive brokerage? I have a very limited amount of stock but don't want to sell them now. Thank You!

How much does it cost to open a brokerage account? I want to open one from TD bank, I heard usually a brokerage account will either be an initial price or they will take a % from your winnings? Does anyone know exactly?

What is the legal position of brokerage accounts in case of creditor protection ? Brokerage accounts represent the monies invested by you into specific assets like stocks or mutual funds. These funds are held on your behalf, by the Brokerage companies like e-Trade Securities, and Ameritrade etc.. Do holders of such accounts need to be fearful in case of bankruptcy protection or Chapter 11

What is a good bank to open a brokerage account with? I'm like 20 years old and I have over 15g's in the bank and I want to start investing. I was wondering what bank would be good to start a brokerage account with. Thankyou for your help.

What are the best providers for opening a brokerage account and making transactions online? I live in a foreign country so all my transactions need to be online but some of the fees that providers charge seem excessive. I am wondering about others' experiences and reccomendations for such accounts... and is it better to do it through a brokerage firm, a bank or another provider?

How can I purchase stocks without going through a brokerage? I want to buy some stocks on a budget ($300) but I don't want to join a brokerage or anything. I want to purchase stocks and just keep them. Any information as to how and where would be greatly appreciated.

What is needed to take money from an inherited brokerage account? My brother and I were named as beneficiaries of a brokerage account my father had and he would like to take a check from it. I would like to leave my portion as is, what will he need to do? It is a stock account it is a stock account that was put into a trust for each of us as beneficiaries

How to manage your own portfolio online without allowing brokerage fees to take too much of your money? I recently decided to try and take control of my own portfolio and open an online brokerage account. I would like to take at least 20 positions, but that would mean at least 199 dollars in brokerage fees alone. Since I have only about 1000 dollars per month available to invest, how can I diversify without spending close to 20% on brokerage fees alone? I also invest in mutual funds, but I want to try and beat their performance with my own picks, but since brokerage fees seem to eat up so much of my initial investmant, I would really have to hit it big with my picks before I made any money and so far I haven't even recovered the cost of my brokerage fees. Are mutual funds the only way to avoid high brokerage fees? I know that mutual funds charge management fees, but I don't think that it's 20% of my investment. Any suggestions?

What all must i do to start a stock brokerage company? I want to know how to do this because i have a lot of knowledge on what to do. but i i only know how to buy from stock brokers. so what must i do to buy and sell stock for coustomers with out having to use another brokerage firm. i think it would be kind of stupid for a broker to have to use another broker to buy stocks.

What licenses do I need to start a stock brokerage? What licenses do I need to start a stock brokerage? Any other prerequisites? As we'll as managing money. What licenses are required?

What are some online brokerage firms that allow level 4 and 5 options trading? All of the online brokerage firms I've found only allow up to level 2.

How is intraday trading brokerage and other hidden tax and charges in India.sel and buy brokerage is there? How in intra day taxed in india. WHile buying and selling we need to pay brokerage. How tax is calculated Tax is only for brokerage? wat are the taxes appicable. What are the other charges ?

If a brokerage firm goes bankrupt can you lose your money that is in securities? So say you have more money in securities than the SIPC will cover, you still shouldn't lose that money should you? Because each security is a partial ownership in a company that is not affiliated with the brokerage firm that just went bankrupt. You just use that brokerage firm to buy the security for you. I'm just kind of confused by this, so any help would be appreciated.

What is the current brokerage rate in Bangalore? I am looking for a house on rent in Vijayanagar,Bangalore. I am taking the help of a broker for the same.Can you guys tell me what could be his commission or brokerage rate be?

What is the cheapest brokerage/shipping company that will ship from the US to Canada? I need to import into Canada some confectionary items from the US. I need a brokerage company and shipping all in one. I have contacted UPS but want to know if anyone knows of a cheaper company from experience. Please do not answer if you do not know or are TAKING A GUESS.

What licenses do you need to start your own stock brokerage? What licenses do you need to start your own stock brokerage? Any other Prerequisites.

I want to start share trading with icici bank account? what is the best brokerage? I want to start share trading with icici bank account? what is the best brokerage to do share trading... i have two options, one is sharekhan and the other is ICICIdirect... please advise which will be better with AMC plans, brokerage plans etc? also which one is user friendly?

How can I avoid US brokerage fees from UPS? I just ordered a package from Acne Jeans in Sweden and it arrived today. I wasn't at home, so my roommate was the one who discovered that I have a $185 custom + brokerage fee on a pair of $400 shoes. It's ridiculous that the fees are nearly 50% of the product. UPS is supposed to come by tomorrow. Is there any way for me to avoid paying this fee or even reducing it? Thanks!

Is there a difference between the online Charles Schwab brokerage and online Scottrade brokerage? Does the online Schwab brokerage use a broker for trades? Or is there no difference? I would like to start trading stocks soon. Thank you.

What is the best online stock brokerage for beginners? What online stock brokerage lets beginners do buying and selling for a low, low fee and NO margin account, or any other account that requires thousands of dollars?

If you have money with a brokerage account like Smith Barney, is it vulnerable to problems the firm has? In other words, of course your money is affected by the market and so on, but what if the brokerage firm itself ends up in trouble? What happens to your investments?

Is there a difference in speed of buying and selling transactions from the different online Brokerage houses? It's like sometimes you think you have stock or option you wan't because it has hit the target price but your brokerage house doesn't complete the transaction even if you are watching the market live! What would be a good online discount brokerage company to deal with if you live in Canada? Thank You

How to e-file a fdn return which includes statements from brokerage accounts? I've always filed my foundation returns by mail, but this year I'm required to e-file. I used to include brokerage account statements. Can I still append those?

Where can I find info on how to start a real estate brokerage? I am finishing up my last class for real estate broker license. I want to start my own brokerage, but want to know how and don't know whre to start.

How long does it take an online brokerage to execute share changes after a merger? I owned shares of an NYSE-traded security that executed a merger on Friday eliminating the security and issuing fractional amounts of the new security. But my shares are still in limbo because my online brokerage hasn't converted them to the new security yet. How long does this generally take?

How can I get streaming quotes for Pink Sheets without starting an online brokerage account? I just wanna see streaming Pink Sheet quotes on one company. I have an account with an online brokerage but they don't offer streaming Pink Sheet quotes, and I don't wanna go to Etrade.

In India, which is providing less brokerage charge for all customer and Good Service and No AMC? I would like to open the demat and online trading account.Atpresent I am using HDFC,I am paying brokerage is 0.5 percent for delivery.I am using investment perpective in share market.Please let me know which one is giving less brokerage and better service.I am not interested Reliance Money because I can't go along with secure id token all times.Please guide.

Who can file stock loss in a joint brokerage account? I have a joint brokerage account in the US. If my account has a loss of $6000, who can file the loss? Please let me know if the following scenarios are true. 1) Both can file the loss but limited to $3000 combined deduction. 2) Both can file the loss and "each" can deduct $3000 ($6000 combined deduction). I am the primary joint account holder and my dad is the secondary holder.

What is the difference between a broker or brokerage account? I want to buy and manage my stocks my own. But this is the first time ever done this. So can some help explain to me the difference between broker or brokerage account? Also, if possible guide me to the right direction on buying my first stocks.

What is the statutes of limitations governing a brokerage firm in the state of Wisconsin? How long do you have to recover monies lost by a brokerage firm, in the state of Wi.

What is the difference between a trading account at a brokerage firm and opening an online stock account? Is there any difference between opening a trading account at a brokerage firm and opening an online stock account? If yes, what are the differences? (I am a complete rookie.... in need of your help)

How to take series 7 and series 66 to become a stockbroker before employed by brokerage firms? I'm in college and want to become a stockbroker. Can I take the exams and get license before graduating from the college and before I am hired by brokerage firms? If possible, where/how to study them, where I can take them? If you have taken these exams and passed them, are there any recommended materials?

Who offers the lowest brokerage for option trading in India? I know the few firms who charges from 11 Rs. to 50 Rs. per lot. But they have some value targets. Like you should generate at least 1000 to 5000 Rs. brokerage within a month or quarter.

Why is it that some brokerage houses send out the 1099 forms as late as mid-march? I like to file my tax returns as early as possible. Most places of employment send out the W2 forms by Jan31. However brokerage houses, send it much later, and, BofA sends out the tax free IRA contributions forms almost as late as April15. It is then difficult to file the tax returns out correctly before April15, and, often have to send an amended return. How does one deal with this? Thanks for your time.

Do i need a drivers license to open a online brokerage account? Im 18, i currently dont have a drivers license yet. What things do i need in order to open a online brokerage?

Do I pay VA state tax on gains from a taxable brokerage account? Hi. I have a taxable account with a brokerage firm that contains mutual funds. I know I will have to pay federal income tax on the gains from these funds. My question is, do I also pay VA state tax on the gains?

How to minimise brokerage for online trading? In ICICI direct there are two ways to trade by cash-involves 0.75% brokerage or -by margine which involves very less brokerage. What is trading by margine?

What happens if a real estate brokerage company files for bankruptcy while holding while holding commission? What happens if a real estate brokerage company files for bankruptcy while holding the earned commissions of an independent contractor. I've heard that I become an unsecured creditor but I've also heard there may be law mandating that the IC's portion of these funds be placed in a trust account.

Would I have to pay a brokerage fee if I know what shares I want to buy? Say I wanted to invest in some shares I saw on the ASX website, would I need to pay a brokerage fee? Or any other fees? Thanks.

Is there a brokerage firm that allow trailing stops on microcap stocks? Shopping around for a brokerage firm that allow trailing stops on micro cap stocks. If there is one, I would be lenient on the commission fees.

I am looking to start investing in the stock market. What full service brokerage firms are best rated? I am a beginner and I am not savvy with the market and investment strategy (yet). Does anyone know what full service brokerage firm is rated best, for stock picks, service, research, and fees? What is the minimum investment amount?

what online brokerage has the lowest minimum funding for options trading? Just looking for an online brokerage that will allow me to buy calls with the lowest amount of funding. I just started working, and so far the sites I have liked have 3.5-10k minimum funding requirements. Thanks for the help.

I have a year of experience in a brokerage firm and a 2 year college degree in graphic design? I have a year of experience in a brokerage firm doing operations (glorified data entry) and maintenance and a 2 year college degree in graphic design. I plan on leaving my job for something else in a few months. What else is there for me?

What is the relationship of Schedule K-1 versus funds reported as transactions from my brokerage house? I got a K-1 for a fund that is also reported on my brokerage house gains/losses transactions that I entered into my tax return. I also entered in the K-1 information and it reduced my refund. Given that the transactions for the fund are reported via the brokerage house transactions am I not reporting things twice by entering in the K-1 info?

How do I move a Roth IRA from one brokerage to another? I have mine with American Funds and want to change it to a no-load brokerage like Fidelity or Vanguard. Will I incur any penalties because it is a Roth?

What books are there (or online resources) that discuss financial service products or prime brokerage? I'm looking to read up on financial products and prime brokerage. Please provide any resources. Thanks. Financial products that Investment firms provide. any is fine, but particularly in prime services/brokerage.

What new technology is used by the major brokerage firms today? I am looking to try and do an industry analysis for a business class and I'm not sure where to look for 3 emerging technology trends by the major brokerage firms. Other than online banking and investing what else are these companies doing?

Why does my online brokerage charge a premium for options trading ? Thye charge $0.75/contract plus the $9.99 commission fee. Why the per contract charge ? Are they trying to discourage options trading ? Are they implying that options trading is more profitable than stocks ? I know the writer of the contract deserves a premium as incentive to write the option, but it appears that my brokerage isn't involved with writing them, some random individual in the market is.

how old do you have to be to open a brokerage account? I am 16 years old and looking to invest in various stocks and bonds. I am just wondering how old do you have to be to open up a brokerage account and buy stocks and bonds on the open market. Is there any other way i can buy bonds rather than having a brokerage account or do i need that to invest?

Does anyone know where I can get a paid internship at a brokerage firm? I'm a finance major, but I'm only in my 2nd semester of college. Do you think I can get on a brokerage firm or something of that nature being so young?

Does it matters whether you use a big online brokerage (which charges high fees) or a small cheaper brokerage? I have the choice between a major bank's online stock brokerage, which charges $30 per trade, or a small brokerage, which charges a few dollars per trade. What is the worst case scenario that can go wrong with a small brokerage? Can you lose your investment or some other undesirable things could happen?

What is your favorite low cost stock brokerage? Currently I have been using E Trade, my trades get executed immediately so I don't have any complaint about the service. The commission is 12.99 per trade so I was wondering if anyone has used a different brokerage that they liked and was cheaper than E Trade. Or if you are also using E Trade what has been your experience with them? Thanks for your time.

Best online brokerage for someone with small amounts of money? Also, for someone that won't be an active trader. I'm gonna be a buy and hold type. Not every week or even every month. I'm going to save up about a 1,000 or so dollars every 3 months then purchase an EFT. Which online brokerage would be best to do this with?

Do any brokerage accounts allow proceeds from short sales to pay down margin debit balance? Do any brokerage accounts--discount or full service--allow the proceeds from short sales of stocks to pay down margin debit balance?

In India, which is providing less brokerage charge for all customer and Good Service? I would like to open the demat and online trading account.Atpresent I am using HDFC,I am paying brokerage is 0.5 percent for delivery.I am using investment perpective in share market.Please let me know which one is giving less brokerage and better service.I am not interested Reliance Money because I can't go along with secure id token all times.Please guide.

What happens to your stocks if a brokerage company goes bankrupt? What happens to your stocks/portfolio if a brokerage company goes bankrupt?

What's the proper steps for an individual buying a stock from a brokerage firm? 1. the order is transmitted to the main office of the brokerage firm. 2. the customer places the order with their local stockbroker. 3. the confirmation of the order is sent to the broker placing the order. 4. the order is sent to the floor of the exchange. My answer is 2134, but need confirmation.

Which would be the best brokerage for a new real estate agent to join in Houston, Texas? I am looking into getting my real estate license and even though I know the names of the reputable brokerages in Houston, I don't know, from the perspective of an agent, which is the brokerage with the most, or the best, support for new agents.

Is it possible for a college student to open a financial brokerage? I am interested in starting a business and I have a question on a specific idea. Is it possible for a student to provide financial advice, control others' money, and inject it into market? Open a simple brokerage? What are the regulations? I am guessing it's very hard for an individual to open a brokerage legally...

What happens to your stock position if your brokerage firm goes out of business? How can you transfer your stock position to another brokerage firm?

Can someone purchase shares of stock directly from a company or only through a brokerage firm? For example if I wanted to buy shares of AOL, could I contact AOL and purchase it through them, or would I have to open an account and go through a brokerage firm such as Merril Lynch? thanks for the info!