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Pros

Highly regulated by FINRA and SIPC, providing a level of safety for clients.
Offers a variety of account types, catering to different client needs.
Access to a range of financial instruments, including forex and commodities.

Cons

No online trading platform available, requiring clients to trade through brokers via phone.
Lack of transparency regarding spreads and commissions, making it difficult for clients to assess costs.
Limited information on the website regarding trading services and account features.

Northern Trust broker Accounts

Northern Trust Account Type

Northern Trust offers a variety of accounts tailored to meet the needs of individuals and businesses. The account types include:

  • Wealth Management Accounts:
    • Banking Accounts: Checking, savings, money market demand accounts, CDs, equity credit line, mortgage, installment loans, and "C" class loans.
    • Trust Accounts: Designed for estate planning and wealth transfer.
    • Investment Management Accounts: For personalized investment strategies.
    • Custody Accounts: For safekeeping and managing assets.
    • Brokerage Accounts: Through Northern Trust Securities, Inc., allowing access to a full range of investment products and services, including mutual funds and ETFs.
    • Aggregated Accounts: Users can add accounts from other financial institutions or service providers, including offline assets like real estate.
    • Northern Trust Broker Account Opening Process

      To open a brokerage account with Northern Trust, follow these steps:

      • Determine Account Type: Choose between individual, joint, corporate, trust, or other entity accounts.
      • Minimum Investment: The minimum initial investment is typically $2,500 (or $500 for an IRA).
      • Automatic Investment Plan: You can establish an account with a minimum investment of $250 by setting up an automatic investment plan of at least $50 per month.
      • Complete Application:
        • Read the prospectus carefully.
        • Fill out and sign the new account application.
        • Include a check payable to Northern Funds.
        • If opening for a corporation or entity, include a corporate resolution or certification.
        • Mail Your Application:
          • Send the completed application and check to:
          • Northern Funds
          • P.O. Box 75986
          • Chicago, IL 60675-5986
          • For overnight delivery, use:
          • Northern Funds
          • 801 South Canal Street C-5S
          • Chicago, IL 60607
          • Direct Deposit and Reinvestment Options: You can set up payroll or government direct deposit and have dividend/capital gain distributions automatically reinvested.
          • For any questions, contact the Northern Funds Center at 800-595-9111.

Northern Trust accounts can be viewed for products that can be traded accounts with a minimum deposit of by (2+) .
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