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Straightforward tools, no account minimums and a range of investment choices.

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Low fees, wide range of investments

Plus, enjoy no account minimums or maintenance fees.2 Other fees may apply. For more information about pricing, visit below.

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Stocks

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ETFs

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Mutual funds

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$0.65

Options

50Β’ contract fee with 30+ trades per quarter5

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$1.00

Bonds

Minimum $10, maximum $2504

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$1.50

Futures

Per contract, per side + fees (excluding cryptocurrency futures)5

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Open an account and choose the tools that fit your goals. Terms apply.

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Three reasons to invest with an E*CAPITAL brokerage account

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Wide range of investments

Explore a wide range of investment choicesβ€”including stocks, ETFs, options, mutual funds, bonds, futures, and initial public offerings (IPOs).

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Trading on the go

Seize potential opportunities virtually anytime and anywhere with our desktop platform and mobile app.6

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Investing insights and ideas

Stay ahead with in-depth research and analysis from our team of experts.

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Power ECapital Pro trading platform
Power E*CAPITAL Pro

Advanced trading at your fingertips

Experience the ultimate downloadable desktop trading platform with nearly unlimited customization, advanced charting and more.

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What we focus on

Straightforward tools and plain-language information for everyday investors.

Our focus: plain-language information and straightforward tools

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Education and resources

Insights to stay informed and inspired

Am I financially ready to start investing?

Am I financially ready to start investing?

Investing can be a great way to put your hard-earned money to work for you.

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Why consider investing in index mutual funds?

Why consider investing in index mutual funds?

Index mutual funds can give you a simple, low-cost way to diversify your portfolio.

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Growth vs. value investing

Growth vs. value investing

Discover how incorporating either or both strategies can potentially enhance and diversify your portfolio.

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What is dollar-cost averaging?

What is dollar-cost averaging?

Dollar-cost averaging offers a balanced approach to entering the markets.

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FAQ Section

Frequently asked questions

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How do I open an account? +

Online

  1. Choose the type of account you want. Then complete our online application.
  2. For bank and brokerage accounts, you can either fund your account instantly online or mail in your direct deposit.

By Phone

Call 800-387-2331

By Mail

  1. Download an application and then print it out.
  2. Complete and sign the application.
  3. Send the signed application and supporting documents to the address shown on the application form.
How do I place a trade? +

At ECapital, we make it easy to trade stocks, bonds, ETFs, mutual funds, and more. Browse our platform demos to see how to place an order, or contact support if you need help getting started.

What are your commissions and fees? +

Trading fees are listed on our pricing page. Other rates and fees may apply.

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How do you ensure the security and privacy of my account? +

Protecting our customers' personal and financial information is one of our top priorities. We use encryption and account-verification checks to help protect your information. Read about our security practices. No system is risk-free, so please keep your login details private.

  • Fraud awareness: Report suspicious activity right away so it can be reviewed.
  • Payment accuracy: Review each transaction carefully before you confirm it.
  • Privacy: Read our privacy policy to see how your information is used.
  • Optional extra login protection can help reduce unauthorized access.
  • Electronic documents: Receive statements and account documents online instead of by mail.
  • Alerts: Account activity notifications may be sent by email.

For complete details, visit our Security Center.