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On-Line Stockbrokers Comparative TableThis market is very competitive, so it's best to check before you sign up as to whether any terms have changed. Use companies which give you real time prices and limit trading. Be aware that almost all sites can run slowly at times. Some shares in small companies have to be traded by phone and there may be a delay in other cases in which case you can often leave an order with a limit.
Sites vary as to the amount of information easily available.
This is a selective list of the brokers of the firms which allow individual Crest membership and on-line trading. There are around 25 other on-line stockbrokers in the UK which do not offer individual Crest membership.
| Stockbroker | Real time prices | Charge per trade | Min. charge | Max. charge | Periodic charges | Limits | Shares can be held by | Other points |
| Fastrade (Charles Stanley) | Yes | £11.50 | £11.50 | £11.50 | £10.14 a year for Crest | Held for a day | Crest | |
| Stocktrade (Brewin Dolphin) | Yes | 0.4%. After 50 trades, commission is 0.2% | £14.50 | £50 | £10.14 a year to Crest | Held for a day | Crest | Computer answers phone |
There are now only two Crest stockbrokers which are listed above. Before you sign up, ensure that the broker still operates a personal membership of Crest and that you will be become a member; some may offer both Crest and nominee services. Be sure you get the Crest version.
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Last updated 7
January 2012.