What is a broker assisted trade?

Broker assisted trades are different than Interactive Voice Response, or IVR, trades. IVR trades allow clients to simply use their phone to place a trade without human assistance, whereas a broker assisted trade is placed by a licensed broker live.

What is the difference between IVR and broker assisted trades?

IVR trades allow clients to simply use their phone to place a trade without human assistance, whereas a broker assisted trade is placed by a licensed broker live. Mutual Fund Trade Fee: The commission charged to place a mutual fund trade depends first on the type of fund you are trading.

How much does it cost to trade with a broker?

Brokers that do not charge a base rate are listed as "$0.00" throughout the site. Options Trading Per Contract Fee: Most online brokers charge a base option fee and then a commission for each individual contract.

What brokers offer commission-free trading?

Brokers that offer commission-free trading, including TD Ameritrade, Charles Schwab, E-Trade, Interactive Brokers and Robinhood. Limited-time promotions. Many brokers offer new customers a limited number of commission-free trades in the first few months after opening an account.