TD Ameritrade announced commission free trades online on US equities, ETFs, and options. Read the announcement sent to account holders. I give my thoughts on how the news plays into my investment strategies.
After a few weeks of researching M1 Finance accounts, I couldn’t hold back on opening one any more. Last week, I opened an M1 Finance account, funded it with $1000, and chose my first four investments. While I was doing this, I recorded my computer screen and narrated what was happening each step of the way. If you are thinking of opening an M1 account, watch my video walkthrough to learn what to expect when you are opening the account and learn the basics about M1.
I discuss my experience of opening up an IRA with TD Ameritrade and transferring my IRA to that brokerage from Edward Jones. I also cover my experience opening up a Trust account with E*Trade and transferring my assets from my other accounts at Edward Jones into my new account at E*Trade. I compare the new account promotions and the platforms.