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The True Cost of "Free" Trading

Cost Analysis • 8 min read

Why "commission-free" brokers might be costing you more than traditional brokers. The PFOF math they don't want you to see.

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Why Interactive Brokers Margin Rates Are So Low

Industry Secrets • 12 min read

The business model difference that lets IBKR charge 6.83% while competitors charge 12%+. It's not what you think.

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The Schwab-TD Ameritrade Merger Winner

Platform Reviews • 10 min read

How thinkorswim transformed Schwab into an active trader powerhouse overnight. The data shows it's working.

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Beginner Guide • 15 min read

Complete Guide: Choosing Your First Stock Broker in 2025

The exact framework to pick the right broker based on your goals, experience level, and trading style. No broker-sponsored BS.

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Trading Strategies • 10 min read

Options Trading: Why Tastytrade's Pricing Model Actually Saves You Money

Breaking down the math on $1 to open, $0 to close with a $10 cap. When it beats $0.65 per contract (and when it doesn't).

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Platform Reviews • 14 min read

Robinhood vs Webull: Which Mobile-First Broker Actually Wins in 2025?

Real user data, execution quality tests, and the features that matter. Spoiler: It's not even close for active traders.

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