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We challenge you to find a better deal than this.

For stocks and ETFs, you can make 10 free stock trades every month when you maintain a $25,000 balance or execute 25 trades each month. Paid stock trades always cost just $4.50! See details. At $4.50 plus $0.50 per contract with no minimums, our options commission fees are among the lowest in the industry.


The free trade offer is only available for your first account of each account type.


Equity Trades

Equity trades include stock and ETFs (Exchange Traded Funds). With Zecco Trading, you get 10 free stock trades every month when you maintain a $25,000 net equity balance or execute at least 25 trades each month (paid or free). Otherwise it’s just $4.50 per trade. See details. (Note: There are transactional fees on sell orders in the free trades.)


Zecco Trading E*Trade TD Ameritrade Scottrade OptionsXpress
Internet Free $12.99 $9.99 $7.00 $14.95 (0-8 trades per quarter)
and $9.95 (9 trades + /quarter)
Broker Assisted $19.99 $12.99
(+$45.00) 		$44.99 $27.00 $9.95


Options Trades

As a Zecco Trading customer online options trades are $4.50 plus $0.50 per contract with no minimums. Options exercises and assignments are $4.50.


Zecco Trading E*Trade TD Ameritrade Scottrade OptionsXpress
Online Trade
(+ contract) 		$4.50
(+ $0.50) 		$12.99
(+ $0.75) 		$9.99
(+ $0.75) 		$7.00
(+ $1.25) 		$14.95
(+ $1.50)
Broker Assisted
(+ contract) 		$19.99
(+ $0.75) 		$57.99
(+ $0.75) 		$44.99
(+ $0.75) 		$27.00
(+ $1.25) 		$14.95
(+ $1.50)

Standard rates of major online firms. Competitor pricing information has been obtained as of 10/9/2008 and is believed to be accurate, but is not guaranteed. The above firms might provide for reduced fees and commissions based on account size, trading frequency, and if certain other conditions are met.


Margin Rates

Enjoy margin rates of 3.75% up to 7.75% on margin interest as long as your account meets the debit balance requirement below. Learn more about our margin rates.

Amount Borrowed Above/Below Base Rate* Margin Rate
$0-$9,999 Base Rate 7.75%
$10,000-$24,999 Base Rate -0.25% 7.50%
$25,000-$49,999 Base Rate -0.50% 7.25%
$50,000-$99,999 Base Rate -1.00% 6.75%
$100,000-$249,999 Base Rate -1.50% 6.25%
$250,000-$499,999 Base Rate -3.25% 4.50%
$500,000+ Base Rate -4.00%
Negotiable, call 877-700-STOCK
(877-700-7862). 		3.75%

*Zecco Base Rate is 7.75% as of September 1, 2009. Your margin interest will be based upon the margin rate and your average monthly debit balance. Base Rate is currently calculated using various market interest rates and internal costs. The Base Rate and Margin Rate are subject to change without prior notice.


Account Minimum & Inactivity Fees


Zecco Trading E*Trade TD Ameritrade Scottrade OptionsXpress
Inactivity fees None $40.00 per/quarter
after first year 		None None None
Account Minimum (1) None None None $500 None

(1) Margin accounts require a $2,000 minimum.


Mutual Funds


Zecco Trading E*Trade TD Ameritrade Scottrade OptionsXpress
No Load Internet $10.00 Free Free
(for no transaction fee funds)
Free
(for no transaction fee funds) 		$14.95
No Load Broker Assisted $19.99 $45.00
+ Commission 		$49.99 Fund Fee
+$20.00 		$14.95


Bonds

  • $4.50 per bond
  • $22.50 minimum per transaction
  • $24.50 per Treasury transaction


Credit Interest

Zecco Trading will credit an interest rate of 0.025% annually on a minimum of $500 held in each of your accounts. Interest is paid monthly based on the average monthly cash balance. You may also choose to place your uninvested funds in one of the three money market funds below. Check out the money market fund sweep request form . Rates Effective 1/01/2009:

Money Market Fund 1 Day Yield
CAT Tax Exempt Portfolio 0.87%
CAT MM Portfolio 0.76%
ICT Treasury Portfolio 0.01%


Other Charges

Our prices are not introductory, nor are there any hidden fees after your account is established.

Outgoing Automated Customer Account Transfer (ACAT) $50.00 per account
DTC Transfer Fee $25.00 per outgoing request
DWAC Transfer Fee $30.00 per incoming or outgoing request
DRS Transfer Fee $30.00 per incoming or outgoing request
Physical Stock Deposit $75.00 plus any additional transfer agent fees, DTC fees and shipping costs for listed or Nasdaq National Market System (NMS) securities only. Zecco Trading does not accept certificates of pink sheets or OTC Bulletin Board stocks, the processing fee/shipping fee will be charged to your account and certificates will be returned.
Cash withdrawal prior to trade settlement(s) $20.00 plus interest to settlement date
Reg. "T" Extension $10.00 per request plus interest from settlement date until paid
Reorg Items and Tenders $15.00 per request plus interest from settlement date until paid
Research & Statement Copies $15.00 per hour (1 hour minimum)
Returned Checks $30.00 plus interest from the earlier of the settlement date or date of deposit
Returned ACH Fee $30.00 plus interest from the earlier of settlement date or date of deposit
Wires Returned $30.00
Deposit of Funds Other Than Wire Transfers to Wire Account $50.00
Wire Instruction Corrections $15.00
Wire Investigations $50.00
Securities purchased against Non-Cleared Funds Interest on balance (see margin interest rates)
Taxpayer ID Penalties At Cost
Transfer Fees At Cost
Wire Funds – Domestic $15.00
Foreign Wire Fee $50.00
Saturday Delivery Checks $25.00
Overnight Check Delivery (U.S.) $20.00
Overnight Check Delivery (Int'l) $30.00
Stop Payment $30.00 per check
Penflex check re-order $10.00
Overdrawn NSF Fee $35.00
FedEx Overnight Fee $15.00
FedEx Saturday Fee $25.00
Transfer and Ship Certificate $235.00 - $575.00 plus additional transfer agent fees, DTC fees and shipping costs. If DRS eligible, DRS statement available in lieu of certificate.
DRS Statement in lieu of certificate $30.00 (must be DRS eligible)
Request for ACH Trace Number (to track ACH transaction) $25.00 per request
IRA Annual Fee $30.00 annually
IRA Closing Fee $30.00
Non-Transferable/Worthless Securities held in account $7.50 per month per security
Hard to Borrow Fee At cost (see our FAQ )
SEC Section 31 Fee 0.0000257 multiplied by the principal amount on liquidation orders (see our FAQ)
Trading Activity Fee $0.000075 per share up to a maximum of $3.75 on liquidation orders (see our FAQ )

Have questions about our commissions or fees?


Contact Customer Services by:
Email: customerservice@zeccotrading.com
Fax: (626) 529-7077
Phone: 877-700-STOCK
(877-700-7862)


Disclosures

Competitor pricing information has been obtained as of 10/9/2008 and is believed to be accurate, but is not guaranteed. Comparison accounts assume a balance of $10,000. The above firms might provide for reduced fees and commissions based on account size, trading frequency, and if certain other conditions are met.

All fees and commissions are quoted in US Dollars. All charges are subject to change with 10 day notice to you.

For mutual fund orders, please consult the prospectus for additional fees and expenses.

Partial fills on the same day will result in one commission charge. Partial fills executed over more than one day will result in additional commission charges at a rate of one per day. Partial fills executed over multiple days will count as one additional trade per day. All modified open orders for partially filled trades will be considered a new trade.

Options Trading is not for everyone, and include substantial risks.

Margin borrowing carries some risks and may not be right for everyone. It is important that you fully understand your financial situation, the rules of margin borrowing, and conditions that may affect your investments.

Transfer fees may be charged against your account by your existing brokerage firm.

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More details about online investing and trading stocks with Zecco Trading:


Zecco Trading has reconstructed the mold of options trading and stock trading online, making it easier than ever for you to get smart and act smart with your money. Need to sell stock or buy stock online, interested in penny stocks? At Zecco Trading, get 10 free stock trades every month when you maintain a $25,000 balance or execute 25 trades each month. Otherwise it's just $4.50 per trade. Free Online Stock Trading Details. Where else will you find a discount broker who looks out for your best interest by providing you free online stock trading and a community of investors to share ideas with?

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Zecco.com is a financial portal of Zecco Holdings, Inc., which also provides access to Zecco Trading, Inc.'s trading service. Zecco Holdings, inc. is not a securities broker/dealer. All securities and investments are offered to self-directed investors by Zecco Trading, Inc. Member FINRA /SIPC. More information is located on the disclosures page.

At Zecco Trading, get 10 free stock trades every month when you maintain a $25,000 balance or execute 25 trades each month. Otherwise it's just $4.50 per trade. Free Online Stock Trading Details. Options trades are $4.50 plus $.50 per contract. Only the first account of any account type is eligible for the Zecco Trading, Free Trading program. Any multiple accounts of the same type with the same registration are not eligible for the free trading program. Free Trading Program is only available through Zecco.com. $0 minimum to open cash and IRA accounts.

* Margin accounts require a $2,000 minimum balance for opening and trading on margin. Margin trading involves risks and is not suitable for all accounts.

Options involve risk and are not suitable for all investors. Please read Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options.

Multiple leg options strategies involve additional risks and multiple commissions, and may result in complex tax treatments. Please read Spread Trading Disclosure.

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