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TOS will match other brokers rates or try their best. So find a broker that offers cheaper rates and send them an email asking to match the rate. I've spoken with others and you can get even get near free trading if you do high volume.

Sounds like you are interested more in private equity and venture capital. usually the new innovative companies that are growing are not public.

I vouch for their great customer support. They respond within hours if not minutes and you usually hear back from management. They are always willing to help you out. Live chat is also a great plus during trading hours.

do you have a good track record? i would consider your overall experience and time in the market in addition to your history and strategy. i personally would not want to have that much money in my power even if it means nothing to my relatives because it might change you psychologically...

AUM is Assets Under Management

I started really getting into trading this year. This happened last week. Bought ETFC Monday around 4.90, watch it drop to 4.20 after hours. My stop loss was only for the day so the next morning when it went up to 4.30, I sold all my shares because I wanted to cut my losses fearing that it...

I opened up a ROTH IRA at 18 too, Use it sometimes to trade. Great thing I like about it is that it's tax-free and you can withdraw contributions anytime without penalty which is great in case I ever need money.

I do not day trade but have suffered the consequences of my profits turning into losses. Putting a stop and limit might help but it depends on how long you hold the trade for. I always immediately put a stop and limit after each trade.

I've noticed that from time to time as well. Check your internet connection, mine is a bit buggy. So is more people having the problems as well?

If you are a college student or under 21, the requirements and fees are pretty good. 3k minimum with $3 fees unless you rack in $30 in commission.

I am in your same situation. The commissions are terrible at discount brokers until you have enough capital to open with a place like interactive brokers. Even though I am loosing money especially with commission. I see it as a valuable experience and I learn from every trade. I do not day...

I am no rep for ToS. I just started using them for the last few months coming from Scottrade because I wanted a better software platform and lower rates. I like ToS customer service because they have instant live chat and can answer any questions I have. I emailed them a couple times after...

I use Thinkorswim. They are very good with customer service and I like the software platform and low account minimums.

It really tanked today so far. I just closed out my position at a 10% loss. I am assuming all the bad news going around is affecting it.

Thanks for the help Grant. It worked perfectly. Out of all the functions, I can't believe I didn't try SUMIF.