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Top Investment Accounts with No Minimums

One of the most significant advantages of no account minimums for investment providers is the ability to start investing with any amount of capital.

This democratization of investing allows individuals to dip their toes into the market, build their confidence, and gradually increase their investment options over time.

If you are looking to invest as an expat or high-net-worth individual, which is what I specialize in, you can email me (advice@adamfayed.com) or WhatsApp (+44-7393-450-837).

In this page, we’ll discuss:

  • Top investment accounts with no account minimums
    • Fidelity Investments
    • Charles Schwab
    • Vanguard
    • E*Trade
    • Interactive Brokers

Top Investment Accounts with No Account Minimums

Fidelity Investments

Top Investment Accounts with No Account Minimums

Minimum Deposit and Balance: No minimum to open a Fidelity Go account, but a minimum $10 balance for the robo-advisor to start investing.

Fees: Zero commission fees for stocks, ETFs, and options trades; zero transaction fees for over 3,400 mutual funds; $0.65 per options contract.

Fidelity Go has no advisory fees for balances under $25,000 (0.35% per year for balances of $25,000 and over, which includes access to unlimited 1-on-1 coaching calls from a Fidelity advisor).

Fidelity Investments stands out as one of the top investment accounts for beginner investors due to its robust educational resources, diverse investment options, and commitment to low-cost investing.

Charles Schwab

Minimum Deposit and Balance: Minimum deposit and balance requirements may vary depending on the investment vehicle selected. No account minimum for active investing through Schwab One Brokerage Account. Automated investing through Schwab Intelligent Portfolios requires a $5,000 minimum deposit.

Fees: Zero commission fees for stock and ETF trades, zero transaction fees for over 4,000 mutual funds, and a $0.65 fee per options contract.

Charles Schwab offers a comprehensive suite of investment services, catering to both novice and experienced investors.

Vanguard

Minimum Deposit and Balance: No minimum to open a Vanguard account, but a minimum $1,000 deposit to invest in many retirement funds; robo-advisor Vanguard Digital Advisor requires a minimum $3,000 to enroll.

Fees: Zero commission fees for stock and ETF trades; zero transaction fees for over 3,000 mutual funds; $20 annual service fee for IRAs and brokerage accounts (can be waived by opting into paperless statements); robo-advisor Vanguard Digital Advisor charges up to 0.20% in advisory fees (after 90 days).

Vanguard is renowned for its low-cost investing options and index funds, making it a popular choice for long-term, buy-and-hold investors.

E*TRADE

One of the most significant advantages of no account minimums for brokerage accounts is the ability to start investing with any amount of capital.

Minimum Deposit and Balance: No minimum to open an account; minimum $500 deposit to invest in the robo-advisor platform Core Portfolios.

Fees: Zero commission fees for stock, ETF, and options trades; zero transaction fees for over 4,400 mutual funds; the robo-advisor Core Portfolios charges a 0.30% annual advisory fee.

ETRADE offers a comprehensive suite of investment options, including a robo-advisor platform and a wide selection of no-transaction-fee mutual funds.

Interactive Brokers IBKR Lite

Minimum Deposit and Balance: No minimum deposit or balance requirements.

Fees: Zero commission fees for stock, ETF, and options trades.

Interactive Brokers IBKR Lite stands out for its advanced trading capabilities and robust research tools, making it a compelling choice for more experienced investors.

While it may not be as user-friendly for beginners, its zero-commission structure and wide range of investment options make it a viable option for those looking to take their trading to the next level.

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