Opening a custodial brokerage account can usually be done in just a few minutes and entirely online. Here are some of the things to know before you get started.

There’s a saying in the world of investing not to let the tax tail wag the investing dog. The idea behind it is that investors shouldn’t base their investment decisions on the potential tax ...

For many, funding a 401(k), IRA or other retirement account is the first order of business as they save for long-term goals, and for good reason: These accounts offer significant tax benefits. But tax ...

January is a great time to start working toward your financial goals. If you’re looking to start investing, the first step is to open an investment account. But which kind of account is right for you?

A taxable brokerage account is like a classic white sneaker–you can style it however you want to meet your needs, from casual and low-key to dressed up and fancy. While taxable brokerage accounts ...

This article looks at tax-efficient investments to hold in a brokerage account.

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It’s not a bad idea to keep investments in different brokerage accounts. You should do what gives you the most peace of mind. Are you ahead, or behind on retirement? SmartAsset's free tool can match ...

Financial technology startup AlpacaDB Inc. today announced that it has raised $150 million in funding at a $1.15 billion ...

This article explains brokerage models under pressure as the zero brokerage trading accounts gain mainstream adoption.