From your shared screen I don’t really see where you see higher commissions. There are a couple more tiers but I see same commissions across. On the more important comment: stock borrow with Alaric is not on a “first-come-first-serve” or “reserve” basis. You have it in available inventory, no need to request it; even if availability is exhausted, invetory ia replenished shortly and once yours, stays yours. Availbility of execution venues is uncomparable and this ia truly important these days when most liquidity has move outside the exchanges, especially in the selection of dark pools and alternative venues. Margin - needless to discuss. Not only from availability but also from ways margin is handled. You must know that there is no “courtesy call” with IB. Also - java trading platform, really? By the time order gets in, liquidity is gone. I can go on but I think I have given you plenty to digest. Don’t get me wrong, Alaric works with IB as well but only on Treasury operations. For aspiring traders they are fine. Not for pros who value liquidity and customized service.
. Thank you again and hope your experience with us is what you expect and more 