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What will happen if my bank goes bankrupt?

monkeystronghold — Mon, 12 Nov 2007 15:04:06 -0800

What will happen to my money if E*Trade declares bankruptcy? I have a few bank account elsewhere, but the majority of my money is help in various E*trade accounts. This includes checking, savings, brokerage, and CDs. I'm aware that the money in the banking arm is FDIC insured, but what does that really mean? Is all of my money insured? Will it all go away if E*Trade goes under?

Any sort of real world explanations and advice would be appreciated.

Stocke Brokerage Recommendations

Maia — Mon, 27 Nov 2006 16:33:51 -0800

Any recommendations for a good online stock brokerage? I'm thinking cheap... what does the hive think about E*TRADE?

Best online stock trading site?

davebug — Tue, 28 Mar 2006 12:07:13 -0800

I'm looking to do some casual stock trading...likely 1 or 2 trades a quarter, in amounts around $1000 or less. What online stock trader site is best for me? I'm not looking for general investment advice, suggestions to diversify, or for people dissuading me from online trading in general. Ideally, people who have used multiple sites and/or match my frequency and quantity pattern will be able to make some suggestions.