The once overhyped discount online broker has, through sheer force of will, destroyed any positive advantage or goodwill said hype may have brought it in the past. As of March 1st, they are again raising the minimum requirement for their free trades from $2500 to $25,000. They now offer absolutely NO ADVANTAGE to ANY INVESTOR, and should be avoided.
I am a current customer, and will be getting out soon. I was sucked in by their "10 free trades for $2500 minimum balance" ad. But the shoddy platform and mediocre customer service cost me more than any free trade could...read full review »