Which online stock trading company should I use?
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The least expensive way to invest in the stock market is indeed Sharebuilder, $4 per trade. And, since you are looking for a regular investment schedule, they make the process relatively easy. Having 3 accounts there for my grandchildren has been a good experience. The next question is what to invest in. Visit other of the hundreds of reliable sites and read all you can to get some good ideas. Staying conservative at first, such as SPY, is problably a good idea until you have a better idea of where to invest.
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A.T.M.
I've used ETrade for years and am very happy with them. Their fees are reasonable and they have great tools for research.
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