online trading

Is it really a better idea to do online trading or hire someone? Which sites should I trust?

I want to make investment Online. What are the things I need to look for in selecting an online trading site? What stands out as the best and why?

There are several online brokers that are considered good. Fidelity, E * Trade, TDAmeratrade, Scottrade. I'm not sure what exactly you mean by hire someone. You mean to hire an investment adviser? They charge a fee based on assets under management, about 1% to 2% annually. I'm sure you are good available. The problem is finding one. There are also full service agents as AG Edwards. They charge very high brokerage fees in comparison with the line corridors. About 5 times. Another alternative for you to consider are mutual funds and ETFs. Investment funds is like having an asset manager and their fees are almost same – 1.5% per year. ETFs are unmanaged portfolios with much lower rates, about 0.5% annually.