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Uncover Hidden Broker Fees and Invest with Absolute Clarity.
We provide full fee disclosure for Canadian investors trading US stocks. Understand exactly what you're paying with our in-depth analysis and achieve true fee transparency.
Achieve Total Transparency in Your Investments
Our platform is built on three core pillars designed to empower Canadian investors with the knowledge to navigate the complexities of brokerage fees.
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Insights Tailored for Every Investor
Whether you're just starting out or managing a complex portfolio, our analysis is designed for you.
For New Investors
Starting your journey can be daunting, especially with confusing fee structures. We simplify the process by clearly explaining each cost, helping you avoid common pitfalls and choose a broker that won't erode your early gains. Build a solid foundation for your financial future with transparent, easy-to-understand information.
For Active Traders
For those who trade frequently, commissions and ECN fees can significantly impact profitability. Our detailed analysis allows you to pinpoint the most cost-effective platforms for your trading style. We compare per-trade costs, volume discounts, and other critical factors, giving you the edge you need to maximize your returns on every transaction.
For Long-Term Investors
Buy-and-hold investors need to be wary of hidden costs like inactivity fees, administration charges, and high currency conversion spreads. Our reports highlight these often-overlooked expenses, ensuring your long-term portfolio isn't slowly being diminished by unnecessary fees. Protect your nest egg by making a fully informed choice from the start.
For US Market Specialists
Investing in US stocks from Canada involves unique costs, including currency exchange (FX) fees and dividend withholding taxes. We specialize in breaking down these cross-border complexities. Understand the true cost of various currency conversion methods and find the most efficient way to access the world's largest market.
Your Path to Financial Clarity in Three Steps
Follow our simple process to demystify broker fees and optimize your investment costs.
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Select a Broker
Choose from our curated list of IIROC-regulated brokers offering access to US markets. We perform the initial vetting so you can focus on the details that matter most to your portfolio's performance.
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Review the Full Breakdown
Dive deep into our comprehensive reports. We present all potential fees in a clear, standardized format, transforming complex information into easy-to-understand and comparable data points.
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Make an Informed Decision
Armed with complete knowledge, you can confidently select the broker that aligns with your trading frequency, investment size, and financial goals, saving a significant amount of money in the long run.
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Answers to Your Questions
Transparency is key for us.
Why is fee transparency so important?
Brokerage fees, though seemingly small, compound over time and can significantly erode your investment returns. A lack of transparency makes it difficult to compare platforms and understand the true cost of investing. By analyzing full fee disclosure, you can make informed decisions, avoid unnecessary costs, and ultimately keep more of your hard-earned money working for you. It's about ensuring a level playing field and maximizing your long-term financial success.
Do you cover all Canadian brokers?
We focus on Canadian brokers regulated by the Investment Industry Regulatory Organization of Canada (IIROC) that offer access to US stock markets. While we strive to cover the most relevant platforms for Canadian investors, our list is not exhaustive. We are continuously expanding our reviews. If there is a specific IIROC-regulated broker you would like us to cover, please let us know through our contact form. We prioritize requests from our community of users.
How do you get your fee information?
Our data is compiled through a meticulous process of reviewing publicly available documents from brokers, including their fee schedules and customer agreements. We also engage with broker representatives to clarify ambiguous points. Our team regularly verifies and updates this information to ensure it is as accurate and current as possible. However, we always recommend you confirm the latest fee structure directly with the broker before opening an account.
Are you affiliated with any brokers you review?
FeeClear is an independent platform. We are not owned by or affiliated with any of the brokerage firms we review. Our revenue comes from premium subscriptions, not from broker referrals or advertising. This independence is crucial to our mission and allows us to provide unbiased, objective analysis that serves the best interests of you, the investor. Our goal is to provide clarity, not to sell you a specific product.
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