TradeKing
Not only does TradeKing offer the basic investments such as options, stocks and mutual funds, this online broker also offers fixed investment opportunities including bonds, CDs and US Treasury and Agency Issues. You can't invest in the fixed investments online but a representative will gladly take your order over the phone. You're also invited to set up a savings plan for your child's college education and an IRA for retirement.
TradeKing provides some of the best trading tools in the industry. You're able to find the opportunities you need to meet your investment goals and screen and monitor numerous possibilities to complete your investment portfolio.
Costs and Fees: TradeKing operates on a non-tiered commission structure at $4.95 per trade with $0.65 added per options contract. There is no charge for broker-assistance.
Low prices aren't a feature of TradeKing, but its exceptional customer service and trading education are worth the price. All clients are given the same rates no matter the account balance or the trade frequency. A $50 inactivity fee is charged after 12 months if your account has a balance of less than $2,500.
TradeKing phone number: 877-495-5464 Web address: www.tradeking.com