Open an account and begin investing with these 4 simple steps
CHECKLIST
What you need to get started
To open an account, you’ll need this personal information:
- Your bank account and routing numbers.
- Your Social Security number.
- Your employer’s name and address.
Please note: You need to be a U.S. citizen with a U.S. mailing address to open an account. If you live or work outside the U.S., please check out our international site.
- IRAs
- Brokerage
- 529 savings
- UGMA/UTMA
- Small business
- 403(b) services
IRAs (Individual Retirement Accounts)
An IRA is a personal account you can use to save for retirement. It’s an excellent way to let your retirement money grow and compound tax-deferred.
You'll need
Your personal information following the checklist above
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