Investing With Us
Invest the way you want.
We can show you how.
Choose how you want to invest with us.
Whether you’re new to investing, an experienced trader, or somewhere in between, we offer investment choices with some of the lowest commissions in the industry.
Self-Directed Trading
For the hands-on investor.
Features
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No commission fees on U.S.-listed stocks, ETFs, or options, plus no account minimums to get started
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A wide variety of investment choices built with the do-it-yourself investor in mind
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In-depth research and market analysis tools to support all types of investment strategies
Investment choices
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$0 commission stocks and ETFs
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$0 commission options + a 50¢ per contract fee
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Bonds
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Mutual funds
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Margin account
Why invest with us?
We offer a wide selection of resources to help investors of all experience levels make the most of their investments, including advanced charting tools and numerous calculators.
Intuitive trading experience
For self-directed traders, we offer a dynamic streaming trading experience. Manage your account, access your portfolio, and make trades seamlessly across multiple devices – on a desktop or with mobile and tablet apps for iPhone and Android.
Client service
We take pride in providing the best service possible. Our brokers or service team are available 24/7 to answer your investment and account questions. Also, if you have a Wealth Management account, our dedicated concierge team is here to help with all things wealth, plus your other Ally Invest and Ally Bank accounts, too.
Build your knowledge
Access informational articles provided by Ally Invest to help you improve your understanding of investment strategies and market trends.
Seamless transfers
Effortlessly move up to $250,000 a day from your Ally Bank account to your Ally Invest account, or vice versa. Many transfers occur within minutes during market hours. Learn about transfer speeds
Account protection
Ally Invest is a member of the Securities Investor Protection Corporation (SIPC), which covers customer claims up to $500,000, including a maximum of $250,000 for cash claims. While SIPC protects your funds in the case that Ally Invest fails, it does not protect against investment losses from the market. Learn more about SIPC protection
Ally Invest also has an additional coverage up to $37.5 million, including up to $900,000 in cash with an aggregate cap of $150 million.
Please note that protection does not cover forex trading.
Select your investment approach.
Self-Directed Trading
For investors who want to manage their own portfolio, you can start trading stocks and ETFs for $0 commissions with no account minimums. Other fees may apply.
Robo Portfolios
Automated portfolios recommended by us and managed by our smart robo-advisor technology. Select from 4 portfolio choices – core, income, socially responsible, and tax optimized. Start with just $100.
Wealth Management
Dedicated fiduciary advice plus a portfolio constructed around your preferences. Those with existing Ally Bank or Ally Invest accounts can set up a consultation with a minimum of $100,000 in investable assets .
Ally Invest Securities' background can be found at FINRA's BrokerCheck.
Review the Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options brochure before you begin trading options. Options investors may lose the entire amount of their investment in a relatively short period of time.
If you have questions regarding your taxes, please visit IRS.gov or consult a tax professional. Ally Invest does not provide any tax advice.