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Online Stock Trading

Whether you're new to online trading or an experienced active trader, Scottrade brokerage offers customized stock trading tools and affordable commissions.

Online market and limit stock trades are just $7 for stocks priced $1 and above. This includes Listed and NASDAQ stocks, no matter how many shares you trade. (Note: Stocks priced under $1 are just $7 plus 0.5% principal.)

You can open an account with a low minimum investment. You only need $500 ($2,000 for a margin account) to open an online trading account. We offer several ways to fund your account, including electronic fund transfers through Money Direct. Money Direct allows you to quickly and securely fund your account online from your checking or savings account.

Along with low $7 online trades, you'll also receive free real-time stock market research and news, personal service at your local branch office and free educational resources (both online and in person) through our Knowledge Center

We put our customers first by offering low fees, exceptional research, fast trading tools, free educational opportunities, and outstanding customer service. If you're ready to begin investing online, open an account now or talk with someone at your local branch office.

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