Recent content by dodge1664

reply to nine Nine: I don't want to trade on margin! I specifically indicated no borrowing, no derivatives. Just plain old cash, bonds and shares. There is no way I could owe more than the value of my portfolio. So they are a risk to me and not the other way around. What's really unbelievable...

How can I possibly be a risk to them? I would just buy shares and keep some cash. I specifically said I don't want to use any derviatives. The reality is that they're a risk to me.

customer service problems I tried to apply for an account at IB, and have been very disappointed with their customer service. The application form requests information about your income and net worth, but doesn't explain why this information is required or what their privacy policy is. Anyone...

SIPC protection Hi, I'm in the process of applying for an account at IB. They claim on their website that they're covered by the SIPC. But does this protection include customers who aren't US residents or nationals? According to this post, it doesn't...