If you choose to use an online broker, then you will need to select a stockbroker that will give you access to the stock market. A stockbroker is a financial institution that connects stock sellers and buyers. Some of the most popular ones in the U.S. include Robinhood, Charles Schwab, Webull, Fidelity, Zacks Trade and eToro, among others.

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