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How to Open a TD Ameritrade Account

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Trading online is becoming easier, and setting up a TD Ameritrade account is first step.

From Quick Guide: Online Trading Accounts
Difficulty: Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • Computer with internet access
  • Your bank's routing number
  • Your checking account number
  1. Step 1

    Navigate to TD Ameritrade's Website listed at the end of this article, and click on "open an online trading account."

  2. Step 2

    Fill out the online application, which will include your social security number and the SS number of anyone else on your account.

  3. Step 3

    Fund your account electronically through a wire transfer or a banking transfer if it is over $2000. If it is under, send a check to the appropriate address.

  4. Step 4

    Your account is ready for trading when the money is recieved and verified.

Tips & Warnings
  • Have personal information, including beneficiary information, handy for the application.

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