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Zero Down Mortgages: How to Buy a House with No Down Payment May 12th
There was a time when you could go to the bank and qualify for a mortgage without a down payment. But is that still a thing, and if so, is a zero down payment mortgage even a good idea? I’ll answer that question in this article and provide some different ways to come up with your down payment,.... More »
Fintech platforms outpace bank brokerages in new survey Apr 9th
Fintech companies are leading in client satisfaction compared with self-directed brokerages at traditional banks, a new report shows. A JD Power survey on investor satisfaction found fintechs aren’t just winning on consumer satisfaction but are also perceived to be more innovative and equally .... More »
Is your chequing account working hard enough? Jan 13th
Your chequing account could be the behind-the-scenes hero of your everyday banking activities, if you have the right one. The features can vary from bank to bank and financial institution to financial institution, so it makes sense to shop around if you’re opening a new chequing account or you wan.... More »
The best high-interest savings accounts in Canada for 2025 + MORE Jul 7th
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The best Visa credit cards in Canada for 2024 Jan 26th
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Scotia iTrade Review: A Discount Broker for Active Traders
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Every year, advancements in mobile technology are placing the stock market at the fingertips of Canadian investors. In fact, it’s never been easier to invest on your own. One of the best ways to get started is by opening a discount brokerage account. These do-it-yourself trading accounts provide investors with access to thousands of investments, from individual stocks and bonds to mutual funds and ETFs, even precious metals. And in most cases, they do so at a very low cost.
While there is no shortage of discount brokers to choose from, we’re dedicating this space to review an offering from one of Canada’s big banks. Scotia iTrade is owned by Scotiabank, who, way back in 2008, bought Etrade’s Canadian portfolio, before folding it into the Scotia platform.
Scotia iTrade Trading Fees
Standard Scotia iTrade pricing tends to lean towards the higher end, though it is very much in line with the other big bank brokerages. Stock trades begin at $9.99, while active traders making at least 150 trades in a calendar quarter can qualify for $4…
While there is no shortage of discount brokers to choose from, we’re dedicating this space to review an offering from one of Canada’s big banks. Scotia iTrade is owned by Scotiabank, who, way back in 2008, bought Etrade’s Canadian portfolio, before folding it into the Scotia platform.
Scotia iTrade Trading Fees
Standard Scotia iTrade pricing tends to lean towards the higher end, though it is very much in line with the other big bank brokerages. Stock trades begin at $9.99, while active traders making at least 150 trades in a calendar quarter can qualify for $4…
