Scottrade offers some of the lowest commissions in the industry, however, their appeal is not just low fees.  Scottrade has earned the coveted #1 ranking in online investors customer satisfaction for the 5th consecutive time by well known and well respected "JD Powers & Assoc., Inc."

Our View:   Simply the Best-- overall discount broker for individual investors who do not seek investment advice.

A multi - service discount brokerage firm.  Will give limited investment advice for a higher commission.

Our View:  If you need limited investment advice, and don't mind paying for it, a good choice.

A full service financial services firm.  Will give specific investment advice.  Also provides insurance products.

Our View:   If you must have detailed specific investment advice, and are willing to pay even more for it, a good choice.