{"id":905829,"date":"2021-03-10T15:40:10","date_gmt":"2021-03-10T20:40:10","guid":{"rendered":""},"modified":"2025-08-15T14:07:31","modified_gmt":"2025-08-15T18:07:31","slug":"how-to-invest-10k","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/how-to-invest-10k","title":{"rendered":"Compare options for how to invest $10k"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>There\u2019s a lot you can do with $10,000 to invest. From stocks and ETFs to RRSPs and GICs, there are several potential investment options to explore. In this guide, we\u2019ll show you how to invest $10k in 5 different ways, explore the pros and cons of each investment option, and look at how to find the best way to invest $10,000 based on your investment goals.<\/p><h3>Summary: How to invest $10k depending on your risk tolerance<\/h3><table class=\"luna-table luna-table--responsiveList\"><thead class=\"luna-table__header\"><tr><th style=\"text-align: left; width: 50%;\" scope=\"col\">Investment<\/th><th style=\"text-align: left; width: 50%;\" scope=\"col\">Risk profile<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody class=\"luna-table__body\"><tr><td><strong>Stocks and ETFs<\/strong><\/td><td>Medium to high<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Index funds<\/strong><\/td><td>Medium<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Mutual funds<\/strong><\/td><td>Medium<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Bonds<\/strong><\/td><td>Low (but higher for some corporate bonds)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>GICs<\/strong><\/td><td>Low<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\n    \n\n<style>\n#toppicks { overflow-x: auto; 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margin-right: 0.7rem;\">\n                    \n                <\/div>\n            <\/article>\n            <\/div>\n\n                    <link rel=\"stylesheet\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.finder.com.au\/parent-theme\/components\/top-picks\/client\/top-picks.d0e710a7c30179fe5470.css\">\n        <div id=\"toppicks-methodology\" class=\"topPicksMethodology luna-accordionGroup accordionGroup\">\n            <div class=\"luna-accordion\" data-accordion=\"accordion\">\n                <div class=\"luna-accordion__summary\">\n                    <h5 class=\"luna-accordion__heading\">\n                        <button class=\"luna-accordion__action collapsed\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"methodology-expander-1950503432\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#methodology-expander-1950503432\" aria-label=\"Toggle methodology details\">\n                            <span class=\"luna-accordion__title\">How we choose our top picks<\/span>\n                            <svg class=\"luna-icon topPicksMethodology__toggleIcon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                                <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-down\" data-toggle-icon=\"show\" class=\"topPicksMethodology__toggleIcon-down\"><\/use>\n                                <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-up\" data-toggle-icon=\"hide\" class=\"topPicksMethodology__toggleIcon-up is-hidden\"><\/use>\n                            <\/svg>\n                        <\/button>\n                    <\/h5>\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"luna-accordion__details collapse\" aria-hidden=\"true\" id=\"methodology-expander-1950503432\" data-accordion=\"details\" style=\"height: 0px;\">\n                    <div class=\"accordionContent\">\n                        <p>Our selection of top picks is based on the same criteria as our annual <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/finder-stock-trading-platform-awards-2022\">Stock Trading Platform Awards<\/a>. This is updated yearly to reflect changes in the market.<\/p>\n                        <p>\"Best for\" picks are those we've evaluated to be best for specific product features or categories \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/how-finder-rates-stock-trading-platforms\">you can read our full methodology here<\/a>. If we show a \"Promoted\" pick, it's been chosen from among our commercial partners and is based on factors that include special features or offers, and the commission we receive.<\/p>\n                        <p>This isn't an exhaustive list of all the trading platforms out there. What's best for you depends on your own investing strategy, budget and financial goals.<\/p>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    \n<h3>How to invest $10k<\/h3><p>The best way to invest $10,000 depends on a host of things: your age, goals, investment knowledge, and risk tolerance. You\u2019ll need to have a clear picture of these before deciding on the best investment option.<\/p><p>For example, if you\u2019re investing for your retirement, you may want to adopt a long-term approach with stocks and ETFs, and take advantage of the tax benefits of a Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP).<br>But if you\u2019re investing for a shorter period of time and need access to your funds in an emergency, something as simple <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/savings-accounts\/best-high-interest-savings-accounts\">as a high-interest savings account<\/a> could be exactly what you need.<\/p><p>Let\u2019s take a deeper look at the different suitable options for investing $10,000, and their pros and cons, below.<\/p><h3>Should you invest $10k in a registered account?<\/h3><p>Before you can choose any investments you need to consider whether or not you want to invest in a registered account. These accounts can be linked to other investment types, like stocks, ETFs and GICs, so it\u2019s important to first decide if one of these accounts will suit you best before choosing the type of investment.<\/p><p>Registered accounts offer tax advantages and are designed to help you reach specific goals. Here are some popular options:<\/p><ul><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/savings-accounts\/rrsp\">Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP)<\/a>. If you\u2019re looking to save for retirement, you can get a jump start by opening an RRSP. Your RRSP contributions are tax-deductible, and you won\u2019t be taxed on your investment income until you withdraw funds from your RRSP in retirement. You can also use your RRSP for a wide range of investments, including cash, GICs, stocks, ETFs, mutual funds and bonds.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/banking\/kids-banking\/registered-education-savings-plans\">Registered Education Savings Plan (RESP)<\/a>. An RESP combines tax advantages and government contributions to help you cover the cost of your child\u2019s post-secondary education. You can take advantage of benefits like the Canada Education Savings Grant (CESG), while there\u2019s no tax on your investment income until your child withdraws funds to cover their education expenses.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/savings-accounts\/tfsa\">Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA).<\/a> You can use a TFSA to hold cash, ETFs, GICs, stocks, bonds and a mix of investments. The income you earn in a TFSA can then be withdrawn tax-free.<\/li><\/ul><h4>Pros and cons of investing in registered accounts<\/h4><div class=\"u-grid\"><div class=\"u-grid__col u-1\/2@s\"><p><strong>Pros<\/strong><\/p><ul class=\"list-1\"><li><strong>Tax benefits.<\/strong> Registered accounts are specially set up to help you pay less tax<\/li><li><strong>Wide range of investments.<\/strong> You can use registered accounts to hold a wide mix of investments, from cash and bonds to stocks, ETFs and mutual funds.<\/li><li><strong>Easy access.<\/strong> It\u2019s easy to open and manage a registered account through a huge range of financial institutions.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"u-grid__col u-1\/2@s\"><p><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/p><ul class=\"list-12\"><li><strong>Contribution limits apply.<\/strong> There are annual or lifetime limits to the amount you can contribute to a registered account.<\/li><li><strong>Terms and conditions.<\/strong> There may be tax implications to consider when you withdraw funds, such as if you make an early withdrawal from an RRSP.<\/li><li><strong>Not for all investments.<\/strong> Some investments, such as cryptocurrency and real estate, cannot be held in a registered account.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><h3>Invest $10k in stocks or ETFs<\/h3><p>The next option is to use your $10,000 to build a diversified portfolio of stocks. You could focus on Canadian stocks if you wish, or broaden your horizons to invest in US companies and other international stocks.<\/p><p>Alternatively, you could invest in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/exchange-traded-funds-etfs\">exchange-traded funds (ETFs)<\/a>. Units in ETFs can be bought and sold on stock exchanges just like individual stocks, and they provide access to a basket of securities. This makes it easier and more affordable to build a diversified portfolio.<\/p><p>The first step to investing $10k is to choose an online broker. Look for an online trading platform that has low fees and is easy to use, and that also provides access to all the markets you want to trade. Learn more about choosing a broker in our guide to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/best-stock-trading-apps-in-canada\">best stock trading apps in Canada<\/a>, and don\u2019t forget to look for the best <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/best-brokerage-signup-bonuses\">brokerage signup bonuses<\/a>.<\/p><p>You can then research the stocks or ETFs you want to invest in, and buy them via your broker\u2019s online platform or mobile app.<\/p><h4>Pros and cons of investing in stocks or ETFs<\/h4><div class=\"u-grid\"><div class=\"u-grid__col u-1\/2@s\"><p><strong>Pros<\/strong><\/p><ul class=\"list-1\"><li><strong>Low fees.<\/strong> Discount brokerages offer low commissions when you buy and sell stocks, and some Canadian brokers now support <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/commission-free-stock-trading\">commission-free stock trading<\/a>.<\/li><li><strong>Potential for high returns.<\/strong> Investing in stocks provides the potential for higher returns than if you open a high-interest savings account or invest in GICs.<\/li><li><strong>Dividend income.<\/strong> By investing in stocks that regularly pay dividends to shareholders, you can generate ongoing passive income from your investments.<\/li><li><strong>Low minimum investment.<\/strong> With many Canadian brokers now supporting <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/fractional-shares\">fractional shares<\/a>, you can invest in stocks with as little as $1.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"u-grid__col u-1\/2@s\"><p><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/p><ul class=\"list-12\"><li><strong>Complicated for beginners.<\/strong> The stock market can be daunting for new investors, while advanced strategies like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/day-trading-in-canada\">day trading<\/a> are best left to experienced investors.<\/li><li><strong>Volatility.<\/strong> Stock markets are known for their volatility, and there\u2019s no 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data-provider-id=\"454d7252-dbd4-40b4-a44c-d96e4a110307\" data-product-name=\"Questrade\" data-provider-name=\"Questrade\" class=\"grid-column-count-5  mobile-column-count-4 mobile-row-count-7  js-comparison-table__row  heroInTable__featuredProduct heroInTable__featuredProduct--yellow\"><td class=\"comparison-table__name combined-column-header sponsored-row  f1-clarity-header\"><div class=\"table-disclaimer__cellWrapper\"><button class=\"table-disclaimer\" data-target=\"#disclaimer_popup\" data-toggle=\"modal\" title=\"Important information about this website\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"table-disclaimer__text\"><span class=\"badge-text\">Promoted<\/span><\/span><svg class=\"luna-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use xlink:href=\"#info\"><\/use><\/svg><\/button><\/div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/questrade-review\" data-component-id=\"1003\" data-component-version=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" border=\"0\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI5IiBoZWlnaHQ9IjUiIHN0eWxlPSJiYWNrZ3JvdW5kLWNvbG9yOiAjRjVGNkY3OyIvPg==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/67c7503bd54ab.png\" alt=\"Questrade logo\" class=\"lazysizes\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/67c7503bd54ab.png?fit=180 180w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/67c7503bd54ab.png?fit=360 360w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/67c7503bd54ab.png?fit=600 600w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/67c7503bd54ab.png?fit=900 900w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/67c7503bd54ab.png?fit=1200 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a><div class=\"finder-score-container\"><style>@media (max-width: 600px) {    .comparison-table tr td {        order: 3;     }     .comparison-table td.comparison-table__name {        order: 1 !important;         flex-basis: 100% !important;    }    .comparison-table td.comparison-table__product {        order: 2 !important;         flex-basis: 33.33% !important;        padding: .5rem .45rem;    }}<\/style><div class=\"finder-score-detail-heading\">  Finder Score<\/div><div class=\"detail-info \" style=\"cursor: pointer;\"><a class=\"scoreCombined score__container finder-score\" onclick=\"showFinderScoreModal('cafst')\"><span class=\"score__badge score__badge--excellent\"><span class=\"score__value\">9.6<\/span><\/span><span class=\"score__text-wrapper score__text score__text--excellent\">        Excellent      <\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"product-info_name combined-column-header\"><span class=\"nameLink\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/questrade-review\" target=\"_blank\" data-component-id=\"1014\" data-component-version=\"1\">Questrade<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                                                                                                                                                                                                            first-row\n                                                                                                                        default-sort-descending\" data-mobile=\"hide\" data-sortvalue=\"\" data-column-index=\"1\" data-decorator=\"text,cafst.product.datapoint_cafst_finder_score\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Finder Score\"><style>@media (max-width: 600px) {    .comparison-table tr td {        order: 3;     }     .comparison-table td.comparison-table__name {        order: 1 !important;         flex-basis: 100% !important;    }    .comparison-table td.comparison-table__product {        order: 2 !important;         flex-basis: 33.33% !important;        padding: .5rem .45rem;    }}<\/style><div class=\"finder-score-detail-heading\">  Finder Score<\/div><div class=\"detail-info \" style=\"cursor: pointer;\"><a class=\"scoreCombined score__container finder-score\" onclick=\"showFinderScoreModal('cafst')\"><span class=\"score__badge score__badge--excellent\"><span class=\"score__value\">9.6<\/span><\/span><span class=\"score__text-wrapper score__text score__text--excellent\">        Excellent      <\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                        border-top\n                                                                                rounded-top-left\n                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    \" data-sortvalue=\"Stocks, Bonds, Options, Mutual Funds, Index Funds, ETFs, Forex, GICs, Precious Metals, IPOs\" data-column-index=\"2\" data-decorator=\"text\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Available Asset Types\">\n                        Stocks, Bonds, Options, Mutual Funds, Index Funds, ETFs, Forex, GICs, Precious Metals, IPOs\n                                          <\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                        border-top\n                                                            border-left\n                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        \" data-sortvalue=\"RRSP,RESP,RRIF,TFSA,Personal,Joint,FHSA,Margin\" data-column-index=\"3\" data-decorator=\"text,global.value.list\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Account Types\">\n                        RRSP,           RESP,           RRIF,           TFSA,           Personal,           Joint,           FHSA,          Margin\n                                          <\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                        border-top\n                                                            border-left\n                                                                                rounded-top-right\n                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                \" data-sortvalue=\"$0\" data-column-index=\"4\" data-decorator=\"text\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Stock Trading Fee\">\n                        $0\n                                          <\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                        span-last-row\n                                                                                                                        rounded-bottom-left\n                                                            rounded-bottom-right\n                                                                                                                                                                            span-2\n                                                                                                                                                                            \" data-sortvalue=\"$0\" data-column-index=\"5\" data-decorator=\"text\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Monthly Account Fee\">\n                        $0\n                                          <\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature comparison-table__feature--longtext comparison-table__feature--offer sorter-false \" data-sortvalue=\"\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper comparison-table__product-offer js-calculator-table-value\" data-heading=\"Default Offer\"><svg class=\"luna-icon\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Special offer\"><use href=\"#gift\"><\/use><\/svg><span class=\"offer-content\"><b>Finder exclusive:<\/b> Get $50 cash back with the Questrade promo code <b>FINDER100<\/b>. Offer ends May 13, 2026. T&amp;Cs apply.\n      <\/span><\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature comparison-table__cta coa-data cta-column-count-5 \"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper\"><a data-component-props='{\"finderScore\":9.6,\"badges\":[],\"productId\":\"7752f221-897b-460c-99e2-d0ab161d963d\"}' data-component-id=\"1026\" data-component-version=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored\" href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/redirect\/ca\/share-trading\/questrade-ca-share-trading-secure.html?nb=1&amp;src_country=ca&amp;redirect_tracking_params=%7B%22placement_type%22%3A%22table%22%2C%22site%22%3A%22CAFST%22%2C%22fieldset%22%3A%22share-trading%22%2C%22template%22%3A%22comparison%22%2C%22category_id%22%3A%2236e5ef63-30de-4a23-a7cb-c3d0f44cd06c%22%2C%22category_name%22%3A%22All%2BShare%2BTrading%22%2C%22is_sorted%22%3A%220%22%2C%22is_filtered%22%3A%220%22%2C%22cta_render_ts%22%3A%221778334904%22%2C%22sponsored%22%3A%221%22%2C%22position%22%3A%221%22%2C%22offer_id%22%3A%2223803%22%2C%22niche_code%22%3A%22CAFST%22%2C%22product_id%22%3A%227752f221-897b-460c-99e2-d0ab161d963d%22%2C%22product_name%22%3A%22Questrade%22%2C%22post_id%22%3A%22905829%22%2C%22post_path%22%3A%22stock-trading%252Fhow-to-invest-10k%22%2C%22post_country%22%3A%22ca%22%7D\" class=\"luna-button luna-button--success luna-button--medium button--cta\" title=\"Go to Questrade's site\">Go to site<\/a><a href=\"#\" class=\"js-comparison-table__view-details-button comparison-table__view-details-button\" title=\"Read more about Questrade\" data-component-id=\"1003\" data-component-version=\"1\" data-component-props='{\"finderScore\":9.6,\"badges\":[],\"productId\":\"7752f221-897b-460c-99e2-d0ab161d963d\"}'><svg class=\"luna-icon\"><use href=\"#info\"><\/use><\/svg> View details                <\/a><div class=\"luna-form__selection comparison-table__compareField\"><fieldset><legend class=\"compare-box__legend\">Compare product selection<\/legend><input class=\"luna-checkbox\" type=\"checkbox\" id=\"compare-product-0000000002-7752f221-897b-460c-99e2-d0ab161d963d\" value=\"7752f221-897b-460c-99e2-d0ab161d963d\" name=\"productID\" _productname=\"@media (max-width: 600px) {    .comparison-table tr td {        order: 3;     }     .comparison-table td.comparison-table__name {        order: 1 !important;         flex-basis: 100% !important;    }    .comparison-table td.comparison-table__product {        order: 2 !important;         flex-basis: 33.33% !important;        padding: .5rem .45rem;    }}    Finder Score                                     9.6                    Excellent                                            Questrade            \" _productimg=\"\/product\/\" data-custom-event-active=\"true\" data-component-id=\"1004\" data-component-version=\"1\" data-component-props='{\"finderScore\":9.6,\"badges\":[],\"productId\":\"7752f221-897b-460c-99e2-d0ab161d963d\"}'><label class=\"luna-label\" for=\"compare-product-0000000002-7752f221-897b-460c-99e2-d0ab161d963d\">Compare<\/label><\/fieldset><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__expander js-comparison-table__expander hide sidepeek-modal-slider\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><div class=\"sidepeek-modal-slider__overlay\"><\/div><div class=\"sidepeek-modal-slider__content\"><div class=\"sidepeek-modal-slider__close-wrapper\"><button type=\"button\" class=\"sidepeek-modal-slider__close js-expander-trigger\" aria-label=\"Close modal\"><svg class=\"luna-icon sidepeek-modal-slider__close-icon\"><use href=\"#x\"><\/use><\/svg><\/button><\/div><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper\"><div class=\"comparison-table__expander--fetching center-over\"><div class=\"relativeloading-pulse__box loading-pulse__box-notext\"><span class=\"loading-pulse loading-pulse--medium loading-pulse--primary\">loading<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr data-product-id=\"40d8f33d-0ae2-4ee4-9ffa-8b288dd3a606\" data-provider-id=\"ba443728-02c5-48e2-8f37-f03f1cd8e4e6\" data-product-name=\"Wealthsimple\" data-provider-name=\"Wealthsimple\" class=\"grid-column-count-5  mobile-column-count-4 mobile-row-count-7  js-comparison-table__row  heroInTable__featuredProduct heroInTable__featuredProduct--yellow\"><td class=\"comparison-table__name combined-column-header sponsored-row  f1-clarity-header\"><div class=\"table-disclaimer__cellWrapper\"><button class=\"table-disclaimer\" data-target=\"#disclaimer_popup\" data-toggle=\"modal\" title=\"Important information about this website\" type=\"button\"><span class=\"table-disclaimer__text\"><span class=\"badge-text\">Promoted<\/span><\/span><svg class=\"luna-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><use xlink:href=\"#info\"><\/use><\/svg><\/button><\/div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/wealthsimple-review\" data-component-id=\"1003\" data-component-version=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" border=\"0\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI5IiBoZWlnaHQ9IjUiIHN0eWxlPSJiYWNrZ3JvdW5kLWNvbG9yOiAjRjVGNkY3OyIvPg==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/67e5830d85c2f.png\" alt=\"Wealthsimple logo\" class=\"lazysizes\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/67e5830d85c2f.png?fit=180 180w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/67e5830d85c2f.png?fit=360 360w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/67e5830d85c2f.png?fit=600 600w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/67e5830d85c2f.png?fit=900 900w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/67e5830d85c2f.png?fit=1200 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a><div class=\"finder-score-container\"><style>@media (max-width: 600px) {    .comparison-table tr td {        order: 3;     }     .comparison-table td.comparison-table__name {        order: 1 !important;         flex-basis: 100% !important;    }    .comparison-table td.comparison-table__product {        order: 2 !important;         flex-basis: 33.33% !important;        padding: .5rem .45rem;    }}<\/style><div class=\"finder-score-detail-heading\">  Finder Score<\/div><div class=\"detail-info \" style=\"cursor: pointer;\"><a class=\"scoreCombined score__container finder-score\" onclick=\"showFinderScoreModal('cafst')\"><span class=\"score__badge score__badge--great\"><span class=\"score__value\">8.6<\/span><\/span><span class=\"score__text-wrapper score__text score__text--great\">        Great      <\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"product-info_name combined-column-header\"><span class=\"nameLink\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/wealthsimple-review\" target=\"_blank\" data-component-id=\"1014\" data-component-version=\"1\">Wealthsimple<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                                                                                                                                                                                                            first-row\n                                                                                                                        default-sort-descending\" data-mobile=\"hide\" data-sortvalue=\"\" data-column-index=\"1\" data-decorator=\"text,cafst.product.datapoint_cafst_finder_score\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Finder Score\"><style>@media (max-width: 600px) {    .comparison-table tr td {        order: 3;     }     .comparison-table td.comparison-table__name {        order: 1 !important;         flex-basis: 100% !important;    }    .comparison-table td.comparison-table__product {        order: 2 !important;         flex-basis: 33.33% !important;        padding: .5rem .45rem;    }}<\/style><div class=\"finder-score-detail-heading\">  Finder Score<\/div><div class=\"detail-info \" style=\"cursor: pointer;\"><a class=\"scoreCombined score__container finder-score\" onclick=\"showFinderScoreModal('cafst')\"><span class=\"score__badge score__badge--great\"><span class=\"score__value\">8.6<\/span><\/span><span class=\"score__text-wrapper score__text score__text--great\">        Great      <\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                        border-top\n                                                                                rounded-top-left\n                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    \" data-sortvalue=\"Stocks, Options, ETFs, Cryptocurrency\" data-column-index=\"2\" data-decorator=\"text\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Available Asset Types\">\n                        Stocks, Options, ETFs, Cryptocurrency\n                                          <\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                        border-top\n                                                            border-left\n                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        \" data-sortvalue=\"RRSP,TFSA,Personal,Margin\" data-column-index=\"3\" data-decorator=\"text,global.value.list\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Account Types\">\n                        RRSP,           TFSA,           Personal,          Margin\n                                          <\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                        border-top\n                                                            border-left\n                                                                                rounded-top-right\n                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                \" data-sortvalue=\"$0\" data-column-index=\"4\" data-decorator=\"text\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Stock Trading Fee\">\n                        $0\n                                          <\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                        span-last-row\n                                                                                                                        rounded-bottom-left\n                                                            rounded-bottom-right\n                                                                                                                                                                            span-2\n                                                                                                                                                                            \" data-sortvalue=\"$0\" data-column-index=\"5\" data-decorator=\"text\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Monthly Account Fee\">\n                        $0\n                                          <\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature comparison-table__cta coa-data cta-column-count-5 \"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper\"><a data-component-props='{\"finderScore\":8.6,\"badges\":[],\"productId\":\"40d8f33d-0ae2-4ee4-9ffa-8b288dd3a606\"}' data-component-id=\"1026\" data-component-version=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored\" href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/redirect\/ca\/share-trading\/wealthsimple-trade-ca-stock-trading-secure.html?nb=1&amp;src_country=ca&amp;redirect_tracking_params=%7B%22placement_type%22%3A%22table%22%2C%22site%22%3A%22CAFST%22%2C%22fieldset%22%3A%22share-trading%22%2C%22template%22%3A%22comparison%22%2C%22category_id%22%3A%2236e5ef63-30de-4a23-a7cb-c3d0f44cd06c%22%2C%22category_name%22%3A%22All%2BShare%2BTrading%22%2C%22is_sorted%22%3A%220%22%2C%22is_filtered%22%3A%220%22%2C%22cta_render_ts%22%3A%221778334904%22%2C%22sponsored%22%3A%221%22%2C%22position%22%3A%222%22%2C%22offer_id%22%3A%2227031%22%2C%22niche_code%22%3A%22CAFST%22%2C%22product_id%22%3A%2240d8f33d-0ae2-4ee4-9ffa-8b288dd3a606%22%2C%22product_name%22%3A%22Wealthsimple%22%2C%22post_id%22%3A%22905829%22%2C%22post_path%22%3A%22stock-trading%252Fhow-to-invest-10k%22%2C%22post_country%22%3A%22ca%22%7D\" class=\"luna-button luna-button--success luna-button--medium button--cta\" title=\"Go to Wealthsimple's site\">Go to site<\/a><a href=\"#\" class=\"js-comparison-table__view-details-button comparison-table__view-details-button\" title=\"Read more about Wealthsimple\" data-component-id=\"1003\" data-component-version=\"1\" data-component-props='{\"finderScore\":8.6,\"badges\":[],\"productId\":\"40d8f33d-0ae2-4ee4-9ffa-8b288dd3a606\"}'><svg class=\"luna-icon\"><use href=\"#info\"><\/use><\/svg> View details                <\/a><div class=\"luna-form__selection comparison-table__compareField\"><fieldset><legend class=\"compare-box__legend\">Compare product selection<\/legend><input class=\"luna-checkbox\" type=\"checkbox\" id=\"compare-product-0000000002-40d8f33d-0ae2-4ee4-9ffa-8b288dd3a606\" value=\"40d8f33d-0ae2-4ee4-9ffa-8b288dd3a606\" name=\"productID\" _productname=\"@media (max-width: 600px) {    .comparison-table tr td {        order: 3;     }     .comparison-table td.comparison-table__name {        order: 1 !important;         flex-basis: 100% !important;    }    .comparison-table td.comparison-table__product {        order: 2 !important;         flex-basis: 33.33% !important;        padding: .5rem .45rem;    }}    Finder Score                                     8.6                    Great                                            Wealthsimple            \" _productimg=\"\/product\/\" data-custom-event-active=\"true\" data-component-id=\"1004\" data-component-version=\"1\" data-component-props='{\"finderScore\":8.6,\"badges\":[],\"productId\":\"40d8f33d-0ae2-4ee4-9ffa-8b288dd3a606\"}'><label class=\"luna-label\" for=\"compare-product-0000000002-40d8f33d-0ae2-4ee4-9ffa-8b288dd3a606\">Compare<\/label><\/fieldset><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__expander js-comparison-table__expander hide sidepeek-modal-slider\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><div class=\"sidepeek-modal-slider__overlay\"><\/div><div class=\"sidepeek-modal-slider__content\"><div class=\"sidepeek-modal-slider__close-wrapper\"><button type=\"button\" class=\"sidepeek-modal-slider__close js-expander-trigger\" aria-label=\"Close modal\"><svg class=\"luna-icon sidepeek-modal-slider__close-icon\"><use href=\"#x\"><\/use><\/svg><\/button><\/div><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper\"><div class=\"comparison-table__expander--fetching center-over\"><div class=\"relativeloading-pulse__box loading-pulse__box-notext\"><span class=\"loading-pulse loading-pulse--medium loading-pulse--primary\">loading<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr data-product-id=\"d599fb3a-3477-4063-87f4-1540c26e9cad\" data-provider-id=\"7f832116-0814-489c-af71-1bc4f6109d6e\" data-product-name=\"CIBC Investor's Edge\" data-provider-name=\"CIBC\" class=\"grid-column-count-5  mobile-column-count-4 mobile-row-count-7  js-comparison-table__row  \"><td class=\"comparison-table__name combined-column-header   f1-clarity-header\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/cibc-investors-edge-review\" data-component-id=\"1003\" data-component-version=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" border=\"0\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI5IiBoZWlnaHQ9IjUiIHN0eWxlPSJiYWNrZ3JvdW5kLWNvbG9yOiAjRjVGNkY3OyIvPg==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/67f2de2fc2a4f.png\" alt=\"CIBC logo\" class=\"lazysizes\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/67f2de2fc2a4f.png?fit=180 180w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/67f2de2fc2a4f.png?fit=360 360w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/67f2de2fc2a4f.png?fit=600 600w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/67f2de2fc2a4f.png?fit=900 900w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/67f2de2fc2a4f.png?fit=1200 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a><div class=\"finder-score-container\"><style>@media (max-width: 600px) {    .comparison-table tr td {        order: 3;     }     .comparison-table td.comparison-table__name {        order: 1 !important;         flex-basis: 100% !important;    }    .comparison-table td.comparison-table__product {        order: 2 !important;         flex-basis: 33.33% !important;        padding: .5rem .45rem;    }}<\/style><div class=\"finder-score-detail-heading\">  Finder Score<\/div><div class=\"detail-info \" style=\"cursor: pointer;\"><a class=\"scoreCombined score__container finder-score\" onclick=\"showFinderScoreModal('cafst')\"><span class=\"score__badge score__badge--great\"><span class=\"score__value\">7.9<\/span><\/span><span class=\"score__text-wrapper score__text score__text--great\">        Great      <\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"product-info_name combined-column-header\"><span class=\"nameLink\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/cibc-investors-edge-review\" target=\"_blank\" data-component-id=\"1014\" data-component-version=\"1\">CIBC Investor's Edge<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                                                                                                                                                                                                            first-row\n                                                                                                                        default-sort-descending\" data-mobile=\"hide\" data-sortvalue=\"\" data-column-index=\"1\" data-decorator=\"text,cafst.product.datapoint_cafst_finder_score\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Finder Score\"><style>@media (max-width: 600px) {    .comparison-table tr td {        order: 3;     }     .comparison-table td.comparison-table__name {        order: 1 !important;         flex-basis: 100% !important;    }    .comparison-table td.comparison-table__product {        order: 2 !important;         flex-basis: 33.33% !important;        padding: .5rem .45rem;    }}<\/style><div class=\"finder-score-detail-heading\">  Finder Score<\/div><div class=\"detail-info \" style=\"cursor: pointer;\"><a class=\"scoreCombined score__container finder-score\" onclick=\"showFinderScoreModal('cafst')\"><span class=\"score__badge score__badge--great\"><span class=\"score__value\">7.9<\/span><\/span><span class=\"score__text-wrapper score__text score__text--great\">        Great      <\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                        border-top\n                                                                                rounded-top-left\n                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    \" data-sortvalue=\"Stocks, Bonds, Options, Mutual Funds, ETFs, GICs, Precious Metals, IPOs\" data-column-index=\"2\" data-decorator=\"text\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Available Asset Types\">\n                        Stocks, Bonds, Options, Mutual Funds, ETFs, GICs, Precious Metals, IPOs\n                                          <\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                        border-top\n                                                            border-left\n                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        \" data-sortvalue=\"RRSP,RESP,RRIF,TFSA,Personal,Joint,Business,FHSA,Margin\" data-column-index=\"3\" data-decorator=\"text,global.value.list\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Account Types\">\n                        RRSP,           RESP,           RRIF,           TFSA,           Personal,           Joint,           Business,           FHSA,          Margin\n                                          <\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                        border-top\n                                                            border-left\n                                                                                rounded-top-right\n                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                \" data-sortvalue=\"$6.95\" data-column-index=\"4\" data-decorator=\"text\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Stock Trading Fee\">\n                        $6.95\n                                          <\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                        span-last-row\n                                                                                                                        rounded-bottom-left\n                                                            rounded-bottom-right\n                                                                                                                                                                            span-2\n                                                                                                                                                                            \" data-sortvalue=\"$0 if conditions met, or $100\" data-column-index=\"5\" data-decorator=\"text\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Monthly Account Fee\">\n                        $0 if conditions met, or $100\n                                          <\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature comparison-table__cta coa-data cta-column-count-5 \"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper\"><a data-component-props='{\"finderScore\":7.9,\"badges\":[],\"productId\":\"d599fb3a-3477-4063-87f4-1540c26e9cad\"}' data-component-id=\"1026\" data-component-version=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored\" href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/redirect\/ca\/share-trading\/cibc-investors-edge-secure-share-trading-ca.html?nb=1&amp;src_country=ca&amp;redirect_tracking_params=%7B%22placement_type%22%3A%22table%22%2C%22site%22%3A%22CAFST%22%2C%22fieldset%22%3A%22share-trading%22%2C%22template%22%3A%22comparison%22%2C%22category_id%22%3A%2236e5ef63-30de-4a23-a7cb-c3d0f44cd06c%22%2C%22category_name%22%3A%22All%2BShare%2BTrading%22%2C%22is_sorted%22%3A%220%22%2C%22is_filtered%22%3A%220%22%2C%22cta_render_ts%22%3A%221778334904%22%2C%22position%22%3A%223%22%2C%22offer_id%22%3A%2219447%22%2C%22niche_code%22%3A%22CAFST%22%2C%22product_id%22%3A%22d599fb3a-3477-4063-87f4-1540c26e9cad%22%2C%22product_name%22%3A%22CIBC%2BInvestor%2527s%2BEdge%22%2C%22post_id%22%3A%22905829%22%2C%22post_path%22%3A%22stock-trading%252Fhow-to-invest-10k%22%2C%22post_country%22%3A%22ca%22%7D\" class=\"luna-button luna-button--success luna-button--medium button--cta\" title=\"Go to CIBC's site\">Go to site<\/a><a href=\"#\" class=\"js-comparison-table__view-details-button comparison-table__view-details-button\" title=\"Read more about CIBC Investor's Edge\" data-component-id=\"1003\" data-component-version=\"1\" data-component-props='{\"finderScore\":7.9,\"badges\":[],\"productId\":\"d599fb3a-3477-4063-87f4-1540c26e9cad\"}'><svg class=\"luna-icon\"><use href=\"#info\"><\/use><\/svg> View details                <\/a><div class=\"luna-form__selection comparison-table__compareField\"><fieldset><legend class=\"compare-box__legend\">Compare product selection<\/legend><input class=\"luna-checkbox\" type=\"checkbox\" id=\"compare-product-0000000002-d599fb3a-3477-4063-87f4-1540c26e9cad\" value=\"d599fb3a-3477-4063-87f4-1540c26e9cad\" name=\"productID\" _productname=\"@media (max-width: 600px) {    .comparison-table tr td {        order: 3;     }     .comparison-table td.comparison-table__name {        order: 1 !important;         flex-basis: 100% !important;    }    .comparison-table td.comparison-table__product {        order: 2 !important;         flex-basis: 33.33% !important;        padding: .5rem .45rem;    }}    Finder Score                                     7.9                    Great                                            CIBC Investor's Edge            \" _productimg=\"\/product\/\" data-custom-event-active=\"true\" data-component-id=\"1004\" data-component-version=\"1\" data-component-props='{\"finderScore\":7.9,\"badges\":[],\"productId\":\"d599fb3a-3477-4063-87f4-1540c26e9cad\"}'><label class=\"luna-label\" for=\"compare-product-0000000002-d599fb3a-3477-4063-87f4-1540c26e9cad\">Compare<\/label><\/fieldset><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__expander js-comparison-table__expander hide sidepeek-modal-slider\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><div class=\"sidepeek-modal-slider__overlay\"><\/div><div class=\"sidepeek-modal-slider__content\"><div class=\"sidepeek-modal-slider__close-wrapper\"><button type=\"button\" class=\"sidepeek-modal-slider__close js-expander-trigger\" aria-label=\"Close modal\"><svg class=\"luna-icon sidepeek-modal-slider__close-icon\"><use href=\"#x\"><\/use><\/svg><\/button><\/div><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper\"><div class=\"comparison-table__expander--fetching center-over\"><div class=\"relativeloading-pulse__box loading-pulse__box-notext\"><span class=\"loading-pulse loading-pulse--medium loading-pulse--primary\">loading<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr data-product-id=\"4683c389-dc2c-4956-85ea-16ae67f2aa37\" data-provider-id=\"14cd3df6-5687-41d6-8bfe-b94515e6e4b2\" data-product-name=\"Qtrade Direct Investing\" data-provider-name=\"Qtrade\" class=\"grid-column-count-5  mobile-column-count-4 mobile-row-count-7  js-comparison-table__row  \"><td class=\"comparison-table__name combined-column-header   f1-clarity-header\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/qtrade-direct-investing-review\" data-component-id=\"1003\" data-component-version=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" border=\"0\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI5IiBoZWlnaHQ9IjUiIHN0eWxlPSJiYWNrZ3JvdW5kLWNvbG9yOiAjRjVGNkY3OyIvPg==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/66db5e0aa0f81.png\" alt=\"Qtrade logo\" class=\"lazysizes\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/66db5e0aa0f81.png?fit=180 180w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/66db5e0aa0f81.png?fit=360 360w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/66db5e0aa0f81.png?fit=600 600w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/66db5e0aa0f81.png?fit=900 900w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/66db5e0aa0f81.png?fit=1200 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a><div class=\"finder-score-container\"><style>@media (max-width: 600px) {    .comparison-table tr td {        order: 3;     }     .comparison-table td.comparison-table__name {        order: 1 !important;         flex-basis: 100% !important;    }    .comparison-table td.comparison-table__product {        order: 2 !important;         flex-basis: 33.33% !important;        padding: .5rem .45rem;    }}<\/style><div class=\"finder-score-detail-heading\">  Finder Score<\/div><div class=\"detail-info \" style=\"cursor: pointer;\"><a class=\"scoreCombined score__container finder-score\" onclick=\"showFinderScoreModal('cafst')\"><span class=\"score__badge score__badge--excellent\"><span class=\"score__value\">9.1<\/span><\/span><span class=\"score__text-wrapper score__text score__text--excellent\">        Excellent      <\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"product-info_name combined-column-header\"><span class=\"nameLink\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/qtrade-direct-investing-review\" target=\"_blank\" data-component-id=\"1014\" data-component-version=\"1\">Qtrade Direct Investing<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                                                                                                                                                                                                            first-row\n                                                                                                                        default-sort-descending\" data-mobile=\"hide\" data-sortvalue=\"\" data-column-index=\"1\" data-decorator=\"text,cafst.product.datapoint_cafst_finder_score\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Finder Score\"><style>@media (max-width: 600px) {    .comparison-table tr td {        order: 3;     }     .comparison-table td.comparison-table__name {        order: 1 !important;         flex-basis: 100% !important;    }    .comparison-table td.comparison-table__product {        order: 2 !important;         flex-basis: 33.33% !important;        padding: .5rem .45rem;    }}<\/style><div class=\"finder-score-detail-heading\">  Finder Score<\/div><div class=\"detail-info \" style=\"cursor: pointer;\"><a class=\"scoreCombined score__container finder-score\" onclick=\"showFinderScoreModal('cafst')\"><span class=\"score__badge score__badge--excellent\"><span class=\"score__value\">9.1<\/span><\/span><span class=\"score__text-wrapper score__text score__text--excellent\">        Excellent      <\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                        border-top\n                                                                                rounded-top-left\n                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    \" data-sortvalue=\"Stocks, Bonds, Options, Mutual Funds, ETFs, GICs, IPOs\" data-column-index=\"2\" data-decorator=\"text\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Available Asset Types\">\n                        Stocks, Bonds, Options, Mutual Funds, ETFs, GICs, IPOs\n                                          <\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                        border-top\n                                                            border-left\n                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        \" data-sortvalue=\"RRSP,RESP,RRIF,TFSA,Personal,Joint,FHSA,Margin\" data-column-index=\"3\" data-decorator=\"text,global.value.list\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Account Types\">\n                        RRSP,           RESP,           RRIF,           TFSA,           Personal,           Joint,           FHSA,          Margin\n                                          <\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                        border-top\n                                                            border-left\n                                                                                rounded-top-right\n                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                \" data-sortvalue=\"$0\" data-column-index=\"4\" data-decorator=\"text\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Stock Trading Fee\">\n                        $0\n                                          <\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                        span-last-row\n                                                                                                                        rounded-bottom-left\n                                                            rounded-bottom-right\n                                                                                                                                                                            span-2\n                                                                                                                                                                            \" data-sortvalue=\"$0\" data-column-index=\"5\" data-decorator=\"text\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Monthly Account Fee\">\n                        $0\n                                          <\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature comparison-table__feature--longtext comparison-table__feature--offer sorter-false \" data-sortvalue=\"\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper comparison-table__product-offer js-calculator-table-value\" data-heading=\"Default Offer\"><svg class=\"luna-icon\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Special offer\"><use href=\"#gift\"><\/use><\/svg><span class=\"offer-content\">\n        Earn up to $2,000 cashback when you open and fund a new Qtrade account. Valid until <b>July 31, 2026<\/b>. T&amp;Cs apply.\n      <\/span><\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature comparison-table__cta coa-data cta-column-count-5 \"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper\"><a data-component-props='{\"finderScore\":9.1,\"badges\":[],\"productId\":\"4683c389-dc2c-4956-85ea-16ae67f2aa37\"}' data-component-id=\"1026\" data-component-version=\"1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"sponsored\" href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/redirect\/ca\/share-trading\/qtrade-ca-stock-trading-secure.html?nb=1&amp;src_country=ca&amp;redirect_tracking_params=%7B%22placement_type%22%3A%22table%22%2C%22site%22%3A%22CAFST%22%2C%22fieldset%22%3A%22share-trading%22%2C%22template%22%3A%22comparison%22%2C%22category_id%22%3A%2236e5ef63-30de-4a23-a7cb-c3d0f44cd06c%22%2C%22category_name%22%3A%22All%2BShare%2BTrading%22%2C%22is_sorted%22%3A%220%22%2C%22is_filtered%22%3A%220%22%2C%22cta_render_ts%22%3A%221778334904%22%2C%22position%22%3A%224%22%2C%22offer_id%22%3A%2221989%22%2C%22niche_code%22%3A%22CAFST%22%2C%22product_id%22%3A%224683c389-dc2c-4956-85ea-16ae67f2aa37%22%2C%22product_name%22%3A%22Qtrade%2BDirect%2BInvesting%22%2C%22post_id%22%3A%22905829%22%2C%22post_path%22%3A%22stock-trading%252Fhow-to-invest-10k%22%2C%22post_country%22%3A%22ca%22%7D\" class=\"luna-button luna-button--success luna-button--medium button--cta\" title=\"Go to Qtrade's site\">Go to site<\/a><a href=\"#\" class=\"js-comparison-table__view-details-button comparison-table__view-details-button\" title=\"Read more about Qtrade Direct Investing\" data-component-id=\"1003\" data-component-version=\"1\" data-component-props='{\"finderScore\":9.1,\"badges\":[],\"productId\":\"4683c389-dc2c-4956-85ea-16ae67f2aa37\"}'><svg class=\"luna-icon\"><use href=\"#info\"><\/use><\/svg> View details                <\/a><div class=\"luna-form__selection comparison-table__compareField\"><fieldset><legend class=\"compare-box__legend\">Compare product selection<\/legend><input class=\"luna-checkbox\" type=\"checkbox\" id=\"compare-product-0000000002-4683c389-dc2c-4956-85ea-16ae67f2aa37\" value=\"4683c389-dc2c-4956-85ea-16ae67f2aa37\" name=\"productID\" _productname=\"@media (max-width: 600px) {    .comparison-table tr td {        order: 3;     }     .comparison-table td.comparison-table__name {        order: 1 !important;         flex-basis: 100% !important;    }    .comparison-table td.comparison-table__product {        order: 2 !important;         flex-basis: 33.33% !important;        padding: .5rem .45rem;    }}    Finder Score                                     9.1                    Excellent                                            Qtrade Direct Investing            \" _productimg=\"\/product\/\" data-custom-event-active=\"true\" data-component-id=\"1004\" data-component-version=\"1\" data-component-props='{\"finderScore\":9.1,\"badges\":[],\"productId\":\"4683c389-dc2c-4956-85ea-16ae67f2aa37\"}'><label class=\"luna-label\" for=\"compare-product-0000000002-4683c389-dc2c-4956-85ea-16ae67f2aa37\">Compare<\/label><\/fieldset><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__expander js-comparison-table__expander hide sidepeek-modal-slider\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><div class=\"sidepeek-modal-slider__overlay\"><\/div><div class=\"sidepeek-modal-slider__content\"><div class=\"sidepeek-modal-slider__close-wrapper\"><button type=\"button\" class=\"sidepeek-modal-slider__close js-expander-trigger\" aria-label=\"Close modal\"><svg class=\"luna-icon sidepeek-modal-slider__close-icon\"><use href=\"#x\"><\/use><\/svg><\/button><\/div><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper\"><div class=\"comparison-table__expander--fetching center-over\"><div class=\"relativeloading-pulse__box loading-pulse__box-notext\"><span class=\"loading-pulse loading-pulse--medium loading-pulse--primary\">loading<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr data-product-id=\"640c5498-6f16-411b-b038-998827a3a524\" data-provider-id=\"832c5f71-bb6f-4e24-88e0-f3d9910fcc5e\" data-product-name=\"BMO InvestorLine\" data-provider-name=\"BMO\" class=\"grid-column-count-5  mobile-column-count-4 mobile-row-count-7  js-comparison-table__row  \"><td class=\"comparison-table__name combined-column-header   f1-clarity-header\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/bmo-investorline-review\" data-component-id=\"1003\" data-component-version=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" border=\"0\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI5IiBoZWlnaHQ9IjUiIHN0eWxlPSJiYWNrZ3JvdW5kLWNvbG9yOiAjRjVGNkY3OyIvPg==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/69a8760f8d4cb.png\" alt=\"BMO logo\" class=\"lazysizes\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/69a8760f8d4cb.png?fit=180 180w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/69a8760f8d4cb.png?fit=360 360w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/69a8760f8d4cb.png?fit=600 600w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/69a8760f8d4cb.png?fit=900 900w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/69a8760f8d4cb.png?fit=1200 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a><div class=\"finder-score-container\"><style>@media (max-width: 600px) {    .comparison-table tr td {        order: 3;     }     .comparison-table td.comparison-table__name {        order: 1 !important;         flex-basis: 100% !important;    }    .comparison-table td.comparison-table__product {        order: 2 !important;         flex-basis: 33.33% !important;        padding: .5rem .45rem;    }}<\/style><div class=\"finder-score-detail-heading\">  Finder Score<\/div><div class=\"detail-info \" style=\"cursor: pointer;\"><a class=\"scoreCombined score__container finder-score\" onclick=\"showFinderScoreModal('cafst')\"><span class=\"score__badge score__badge--great\"><span class=\"score__value\">8.2<\/span><\/span><span class=\"score__text-wrapper score__text score__text--great\">        Great      <\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"product-info_name combined-column-header\"><span class=\"nameLink\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/bmo-investorline-review\" target=\"_blank\" data-component-id=\"1014\" data-component-version=\"1\">BMO InvestorLine<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                                                                                                                                                                                                            first-row\n                                                                                                                        default-sort-descending\" data-mobile=\"hide\" data-sortvalue=\"\" data-column-index=\"1\" data-decorator=\"text,cafst.product.datapoint_cafst_finder_score\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Finder Score\"><style>@media (max-width: 600px) {    .comparison-table tr td {        order: 3;     }     .comparison-table td.comparison-table__name {        order: 1 !important;         flex-basis: 100% !important;    }    .comparison-table td.comparison-table__product {        order: 2 !important;         flex-basis: 33.33% !important;        padding: .5rem .45rem;    }}<\/style><div class=\"finder-score-detail-heading\">  Finder Score<\/div><div class=\"detail-info \" style=\"cursor: pointer;\"><a class=\"scoreCombined score__container finder-score\" onclick=\"showFinderScoreModal('cafst')\"><span class=\"score__badge score__badge--great\"><span class=\"score__value\">8.2<\/span><\/span><span class=\"score__text-wrapper score__text score__text--great\">        Great      <\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                        border-top\n                                                                                rounded-top-left\n                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    \" data-sortvalue=\"Stocks, Bonds, Options, Mutual Funds, ETFs, GICs\" data-column-index=\"2\" data-decorator=\"text\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Available Asset Types\">\n                        Stocks, Bonds, Options, Mutual Funds, ETFs, GICs\n                                          <\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                        border-top\n                                                            border-left\n                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        \" data-sortvalue=\"RRSP,RESP,RRIF,TFSA,Personal,Joint,FHSA,Margin\" data-column-index=\"3\" data-decorator=\"text,global.value.list\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Account Types\">\n                        RRSP,           RESP,           RRIF,           TFSA,           Personal,           Joint,           FHSA,          Margin\n                                          <\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                        border-top\n                                                            border-left\n                                                                                rounded-top-right\n                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                \" data-sortvalue=\"$3.95\u2013$9.95\" data-column-index=\"4\" data-decorator=\"text\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Stock Trading Fee\">\n                        $3.95\u2013$9.95\n                                          <\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                        span-last-row\n                                                                                                                        rounded-bottom-left\n                                                            rounded-bottom-right\n                                                                                                                                                                            span-2\n                                                                                                                                                                            \" data-sortvalue=\"$0 if conditions met, otherwise $50 - $100 per year\" data-column-index=\"5\" data-decorator=\"text\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Monthly Account Fee\">\n                        $0 if conditions met, otherwise $50 - $100 per year\n                                          <\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature comparison-table__feature--longtext comparison-table__feature--offer sorter-false \" data-sortvalue=\"\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper comparison-table__product-offer js-calculator-table-value\" data-heading=\"Default Offer\"><svg class=\"luna-icon\" role=\"img\" aria-label=\"Special offer\"><use href=\"#gift\"><\/use><\/svg><span class=\"offer-content\">\n        Win up to $100,000. Open and fund a new BMO InvestorLine account for your chance to win one of 11 cash prizes. <b>T&amp;Cs apply. Valid until June 1, 2026<\/b>.\n      <\/span><\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature comparison-table__cta coa-data cta-column-count-5 \"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"js-comparison-table__view-details-button comparison-table__view-details-button\" title=\"Read more about BMO InvestorLine\" data-component-id=\"1003\" data-component-version=\"1\" data-component-props='{\"finderScore\":8.2,\"badges\":[],\"productId\":\"640c5498-6f16-411b-b038-998827a3a524\"}'><svg class=\"luna-icon\"><use href=\"#info\"><\/use><\/svg> View details                <\/a><div class=\"luna-form__selection comparison-table__compareField\"><fieldset><legend class=\"compare-box__legend\">Compare product selection<\/legend><input class=\"luna-checkbox\" type=\"checkbox\" id=\"compare-product-0000000002-640c5498-6f16-411b-b038-998827a3a524\" value=\"640c5498-6f16-411b-b038-998827a3a524\" name=\"productID\" _productname=\"@media (max-width: 600px) {    .comparison-table tr td {        order: 3;     }     .comparison-table td.comparison-table__name {        order: 1 !important;         flex-basis: 100% !important;    }    .comparison-table td.comparison-table__product {        order: 2 !important;         flex-basis: 33.33% !important;        padding: .5rem .45rem;    }}    Finder Score                                     8.2                    Great                                            BMO InvestorLine            \" _productimg=\"\/product\/\" data-custom-event-active=\"true\" data-component-id=\"1004\" data-component-version=\"1\" data-component-props='{\"finderScore\":8.2,\"badges\":[],\"productId\":\"640c5498-6f16-411b-b038-998827a3a524\"}'><label class=\"luna-label\" for=\"compare-product-0000000002-640c5498-6f16-411b-b038-998827a3a524\">Compare<\/label><\/fieldset><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__expander js-comparison-table__expander hide sidepeek-modal-slider\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><div class=\"sidepeek-modal-slider__overlay\"><\/div><div class=\"sidepeek-modal-slider__content\"><div class=\"sidepeek-modal-slider__close-wrapper\"><button type=\"button\" class=\"sidepeek-modal-slider__close js-expander-trigger\" aria-label=\"Close modal\"><svg class=\"luna-icon sidepeek-modal-slider__close-icon\"><use href=\"#x\"><\/use><\/svg><\/button><\/div><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper\"><div class=\"comparison-table__expander--fetching center-over\"><div class=\"relativeloading-pulse__box loading-pulse__box-notext\"><span class=\"loading-pulse loading-pulse--medium loading-pulse--primary\">loading<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr data-product-id=\"975d70ce-a17f-4df3-a20b-5979922c8032\" data-provider-id=\"af17af70-1c29-48c0-af25-157752af193f\" data-product-name=\"Interactive Brokers\" data-provider-name=\"Interactive Brokers\" class=\"grid-column-count-5  mobile-column-count-4 mobile-row-count-7  js-comparison-table__row  \"><td class=\"comparison-table__name combined-column-header   f1-clarity-header\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/interactive-brokers-share-trading\" data-component-id=\"1003\" data-component-version=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" border=\"0\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI5IiBoZWlnaHQ9IjUiIHN0eWxlPSJiYWNrZ3JvdW5kLWNvbG9yOiAjRjVGNkY3OyIvPg==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/67cb374726403.png\" alt=\"Interactive Brokers logo\" class=\"lazysizes\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/67cb374726403.png?fit=180 180w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/67cb374726403.png?fit=360 360w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/67cb374726403.png?fit=600 600w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/67cb374726403.png?fit=900 900w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/67cb374726403.png?fit=1200 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a><div class=\"finder-score-container\"><style>@media (max-width: 600px) {    .comparison-table tr td {        order: 3;     }     .comparison-table td.comparison-table__name {        order: 1 !important;         flex-basis: 100% !important;    }    .comparison-table td.comparison-table__product {        order: 2 !important;         flex-basis: 33.33% !important;        padding: .5rem .45rem;    }}<\/style><div class=\"finder-score-detail-heading\">  Finder Score<\/div><div class=\"detail-info \" style=\"cursor: pointer;\"><a class=\"scoreCombined score__container finder-score\" onclick=\"showFinderScoreModal('cafst')\"><span class=\"score__badge score__badge--excellent\"><span class=\"score__value\">9.4<\/span><\/span><span class=\"score__text-wrapper score__text score__text--excellent\">        Excellent      <\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"product-info_name combined-column-header\"><span class=\"nameLink\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/interactive-brokers-share-trading\" target=\"_blank\" data-component-id=\"1014\" data-component-version=\"1\">Interactive Brokers<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                                                                                                                                                                                                            first-row\n                                                                                                                        default-sort-descending\" data-mobile=\"hide\" data-sortvalue=\"\" data-column-index=\"1\" data-decorator=\"text,cafst.product.datapoint_cafst_finder_score\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Finder Score\"><style>@media (max-width: 600px) {    .comparison-table tr td {        order: 3;     }     .comparison-table td.comparison-table__name {        order: 1 !important;         flex-basis: 100% !important;    }    .comparison-table td.comparison-table__product {        order: 2 !important;         flex-basis: 33.33% !important;        padding: .5rem .45rem;    }}<\/style><div class=\"finder-score-detail-heading\">  Finder Score<\/div><div class=\"detail-info \" style=\"cursor: pointer;\"><a class=\"scoreCombined score__container finder-score\" onclick=\"showFinderScoreModal('cafst')\"><span class=\"score__badge score__badge--excellent\"><span class=\"score__value\">9.4<\/span><\/span><span class=\"score__text-wrapper score__text score__text--excellent\">        Excellent      <\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                        border-top\n                                                                                rounded-top-left\n                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    \" data-sortvalue=\"Stocks, Bonds, Options, Index Funds, ETFs, Forex, Currencies, Futures\" data-column-index=\"2\" data-decorator=\"text\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Available Asset Types\">\n                        Stocks, Bonds, Options, Index Funds, ETFs, Forex, Currencies, Futures\n                                          <\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                        border-top\n                                                            border-left\n                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        \" data-sortvalue=\"RRSP,TFSA,Personal,Joint,Business,FHSA,Margin\" data-column-index=\"3\" data-decorator=\"text,global.value.list\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Account Types\">\n                        RRSP,           TFSA,           Personal,           Joint,           Business,           FHSA,          Margin\n                                          <\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                        border-top\n                                                            border-left\n                                                                                rounded-top-right\n                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                \" data-sortvalue=\"$1.00,0.5%\" data-column-index=\"4\" data-decorator=\"text\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Stock Trading Fee\">\n                        Min $1.00, Max 0.5%\n                                          <\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                        span-last-row\n                                                                                                                        rounded-bottom-left\n                                                            rounded-bottom-right\n                                                                                                                                                                            span-2\n                                                                                                                                                                            \" data-sortvalue=\"$0\" data-column-index=\"5\" data-decorator=\"text\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Monthly Account Fee\">\n                        $0\n                                          <\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature comparison-table__cta coa-data cta-column-count-5 \"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"js-comparison-table__view-details-button comparison-table__view-details-button\" title=\"Read more about Interactive Brokers\" data-component-id=\"1003\" data-component-version=\"1\" data-component-props='{\"finderScore\":9.4,\"badges\":[],\"productId\":\"975d70ce-a17f-4df3-a20b-5979922c8032\"}'><svg class=\"luna-icon\"><use href=\"#info\"><\/use><\/svg> View details                <\/a><div class=\"luna-form__selection comparison-table__compareField\"><fieldset><legend class=\"compare-box__legend\">Compare product selection<\/legend><input class=\"luna-checkbox\" type=\"checkbox\" id=\"compare-product-0000000002-975d70ce-a17f-4df3-a20b-5979922c8032\" value=\"975d70ce-a17f-4df3-a20b-5979922c8032\" name=\"productID\" _productname=\"@media (max-width: 600px) {    .comparison-table tr td {        order: 3;     }     .comparison-table td.comparison-table__name {        order: 1 !important;         flex-basis: 100% !important;    }    .comparison-table td.comparison-table__product {        order: 2 !important;         flex-basis: 33.33% !important;        padding: .5rem .45rem;    }}    Finder Score                                     9.4                    Excellent                                            Interactive Brokers            \" _productimg=\"\/product\/\" data-custom-event-active=\"true\" data-component-id=\"1004\" data-component-version=\"1\" data-component-props='{\"finderScore\":9.4,\"badges\":[],\"productId\":\"975d70ce-a17f-4df3-a20b-5979922c8032\"}'><label class=\"luna-label\" for=\"compare-product-0000000002-975d70ce-a17f-4df3-a20b-5979922c8032\">Compare<\/label><\/fieldset><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__expander js-comparison-table__expander hide sidepeek-modal-slider\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><div class=\"sidepeek-modal-slider__overlay\"><\/div><div class=\"sidepeek-modal-slider__content\"><div class=\"sidepeek-modal-slider__close-wrapper\"><button type=\"button\" class=\"sidepeek-modal-slider__close js-expander-trigger\" aria-label=\"Close modal\"><svg class=\"luna-icon sidepeek-modal-slider__close-icon\"><use href=\"#x\"><\/use><\/svg><\/button><\/div><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper\"><div class=\"comparison-table__expander--fetching center-over\"><div class=\"relativeloading-pulse__box loading-pulse__box-notext\"><span class=\"loading-pulse loading-pulse--medium loading-pulse--primary\">loading<\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/td><\/tr><tr data-product-id=\"1f60143b-0440-4c50-9fb7-8cbd88131889\" data-provider-id=\"d8b8e637-3c62-44a9-b442-888edbcaa88e\" data-product-name=\"Moomoo\" data-provider-name=\"Moomoo\" class=\"grid-column-count-5  mobile-column-count-4 mobile-row-count-7  js-comparison-table__row  \"><td class=\"comparison-table__name combined-column-header   f1-clarity-header\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/moomoo-review\" data-component-id=\"1003\" data-component-version=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" border=\"0\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml;base64,PHN2ZyB4bWxucz0iaHR0cDovL3d3dy53My5vcmcvMjAwMC9zdmciIHdpZHRoPSI5IiBoZWlnaHQ9IjUiIHN0eWxlPSJiYWNrZ3JvdW5kLWNvbG9yOiAjRjVGNkY3OyIvPg==\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/65ca9a9c51e92.png\" alt=\"Moomoo logo\" class=\"lazysizes\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/65ca9a9c51e92.png?fit=180 180w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/65ca9a9c51e92.png?fit=360 360w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/65ca9a9c51e92.png?fit=600 600w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/65ca9a9c51e92.png?fit=900 900w, https:\/\/www.finder.com\/niche-builder\/65ca9a9c51e92.png?fit=1200 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/a><div class=\"finder-score-container\"><style>@media (max-width: 600px) {    .comparison-table tr td {        order: 3;     }     .comparison-table td.comparison-table__name {        order: 1 !important;         flex-basis: 100% !important;    }    .comparison-table td.comparison-table__product {        order: 2 !important;         flex-basis: 33.33% !important;        padding: .5rem .45rem;    }}<\/style><div class=\"finder-score-detail-heading\">  Finder Score<\/div><div class=\"detail-info \" style=\"cursor: pointer;\"><a class=\"scoreCombined score__container finder-score\" onclick=\"showFinderScoreModal('cafst')\"><span class=\"score__badge score__badge--great\"><span class=\"score__value\">8.6<\/span><\/span><span class=\"score__text-wrapper score__text score__text--great\">        Great      <\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><div class=\"product-info_name combined-column-header\"><span class=\"nameLink\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/moomoo-review\" target=\"_blank\" data-component-id=\"1014\" data-component-version=\"1\">Moomoo<\/a><\/span><\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                                                                                                                                                                                                            first-row\n                                                                                                                        default-sort-descending\" data-mobile=\"hide\" data-sortvalue=\"\" data-column-index=\"1\" data-decorator=\"text,cafst.product.datapoint_cafst_finder_score\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Finder Score\"><style>@media (max-width: 600px) {    .comparison-table tr td {        order: 3;     }     .comparison-table td.comparison-table__name {        order: 1 !important;         flex-basis: 100% !important;    }    .comparison-table td.comparison-table__product {        order: 2 !important;         flex-basis: 33.33% !important;        padding: .5rem .45rem;    }}<\/style><div class=\"finder-score-detail-heading\">  Finder Score<\/div><div class=\"detail-info \" style=\"cursor: pointer;\"><a class=\"scoreCombined score__container finder-score\" onclick=\"showFinderScoreModal('cafst')\"><span class=\"score__badge score__badge--great\"><span class=\"score__value\">8.6<\/span><\/span><span class=\"score__text-wrapper score__text score__text--great\">        Great      <\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/td><td class=\"comparison-table__feature\n                                        \n                                        border-top\n                                                                                rounded-top-left\n                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    \" data-sortvalue=\"Stocks, Options, ETFs\" data-column-index=\"2\" data-decorator=\"text\"><div class=\"comparison-table__cellWrapper js-calculator-table-value\n                                                            \" data-heading=\"Available 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id=\"compare-bar-v2\" class=\"compareBarV2__root rewards--container loyalty-rewards--container\" data-niche=\"CAFST\" data-rewards-component=\"compare-products\"><\/div><div class=\"finder-score-methodology\"><h3 data-toc=\"false\" id=\"finder-score-methodology\">Finder Score for stock trading platforms<\/h3>\n\n<p>To make comparing even easier we came up with the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/finder-score\">Finder Score<\/a>. Trading costs, account fees and features across 10+ stock trading platforms and apps are all weighted and scaled to produce a score out of 10. The higher the score, the better the platform\u2014it's that simple.<\/p>\n\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><a class=\"luna-button luna-button--primary\" href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/trading-platforms-ratings-methodology\">Read the full methodology<\/a><\/p><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<h3>Invest $10k in index funds<\/h3><p>Index funds are ETFs or mutual funds that track the performance of a market index, for example the TSX 60 or the S&amp;P 500. They achieve this by investing in the stocks that make up the relevant index.<\/p><p>With an index fund, it\u2019s easy to invest in a diversified portfolio of stocks across a range of market sectors. They also have low management fees and provide a set-and-forget option for investors.<\/p><p>Learn more in our guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/stock-trading\/how-to-invest-in-index-funds\">investing in index funds<\/a>.<\/p><h4>Pros and cons of investing in index funds<\/h4><div class=\"u-grid\"><div class=\"u-grid__col u-1\/2@s\"><p><strong>Pros<\/strong><\/p><ul class=\"list-1\"><li><strong>Diversification.<\/strong> An index fund provides exposure to a diverse range of stocks and market sectors, helping to spread your risk.<\/li><li><strong>Save on brokerage fees.<\/strong> Investing in a single fund is a lot more cost-effective than paying brokerage fees to buy multiple stocks.<\/li><li><strong>Simple investment option.<\/strong> An index fund is a quick and easy way to gain broad exposure to a range of securities, so it\u2019s often a good choice for new investors.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"u-grid__col u-1\/2@s\"><p><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/p><ul class=\"list-12\"><li><strong>Won\u2019t beat the market.<\/strong> Index funds are designed to replicate the performance of the index, not to outperform the market.<\/li><li><strong>Hands-off approach.<\/strong> You might prefer to take more of a hands-on approach to managing your investments.<\/li><li><strong>Potential for losses.<\/strong> If the index falls, so will the value of your investment.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><h3>Invest $10k in mutual funds<\/h3><p>A mutual fund is a professionally managed investment fund that pools together money from investors. Mutual funds invest in a basket of securities. They can be index funds that aim to track the performance of a specific index, or they can be actively managed with the aim of outperforming the market.<\/p><p>Unlike ETFs, mutual funds are traded at the end of each trading day. They also come with higher management fees than ETFs, but they\u2019re an option worth considering if you\u2019re searching for the best way to invest $10,000.<\/p><h4>Pros and cons of investing in mutual funds<\/h4><div class=\"u-grid\"><div class=\"u-grid__col u-1\/2@s\"><h4>Pros<\/h4><ul><li><strong>Diversification.<\/strong> Mutual funds make it easy to gain exposure to a diversified portfolio of securities.<\/li><li><strong>Expert management.<\/strong> Investing in a mutual fund means letting a professional portfolio manager look after your investments.<\/li><li><strong>High liquidity.<\/strong> Funds are highly liquid, so it\u2019s easy to buy and sell them when needed.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"u-grid__col u-1\/2@s\"><p><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/p><ul class=\"list-12\"><li><strong>Higher fees.<\/strong> You\u2019ll usually pay higher management fees on a managed fund than on an ETF.<\/li><li><strong>Tax obligations.<\/strong> Mutual funds are typically not as tax efficient as ETFs.<\/li><li><strong>Higher minimum investment.<\/strong> Mutual funds have higher minimum investment amounts than ETFs.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><article class=\"luna-card luna-card--primary luna-card--border\">\n  <div class=\"luna-card__block\" style=\"padding:0.7em\">\n<span style=\"font-size:0.9em; font-weight: 800; font-style: italic; text-transform: uppercase;\">Related: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/investments\/etfs-vs-mutual-funds\" style=\"text-decoration:underline; font-size:0.9em;\">ETFs vs mutual funds<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/article><h3>Invest $10k in bonds<\/h3><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/investments\/bonds\">Bonds<\/a> are loans made by investors to borrowers. Essentially, investing in a bond involves providing a loan to the government or to a company. That government or company then pays you interest on the loan, and returns the full principal amount when the bond reaches maturity.<\/p><p>Bonds are worth a look if you want to earn a steady income and preserve your capital. But they do have high investment minimums, so an alternative way to gain exposure to the bond market is to invest in bond ETFs or mutual funds.<\/p><h4>Pros and cons of investing in bonds<\/h4><div class=\"u-grid\"><div class=\"u-grid__col u-1\/2@s\"><p><strong>Pros<\/strong><\/p><ul class=\"list-1\"><li><strong>Little risk.<\/strong> Bonds are considered stable investments and carry less risk than other securities.<\/li><li><strong>Avoid volatility.<\/strong> Investing in bonds allows you to avoid the volatility associated with the stock market.<\/li><li><strong>Provide passive income.<\/strong> Bonds produce a steady, fixed income and offer higher returns than other safe investments like savings accounts.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"u-grid__col u-1\/2@s\"><p><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/p><ul class=\"list-12\"><li><strong>Risk varies.<\/strong> Government bonds are typically safer than corporate bonds, but you\u2019ll want to check what letter grade any bond is assigned by the credit rating agencies.<\/li><li><strong>High investment minimums.<\/strong> Many bonds require at least a $5,000 investment, which may be a larger chunk of your $10k than you want to devote to bonds alone.<\/li><li><strong>Could lose value.<\/strong> Your bond could lose value if the issuing entity defaults or interest rates rise when you\u2019re ready to sell.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><h3>Invest $10k in GICs<\/h3><p>A <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/gics\">guaranteed investment certificate (GIC)<\/a> is an investment product that pays a guaranteed rate of interest on the money you deposit. In return, you agree to deposit your money for a fixed period, with GIC terms ranging anywhere from one month to 10 years.<\/p><p>If you\u2019re looking for a safe investment option with minimal risk, GICs are a solid choice. And with $10,000 to invest, you could potentially use a GIC laddering strategy to help maximize your returns.<\/p><h4>Pros and cons of investing in GICs<\/h4><div class=\"u-grid\"><div class=\"u-grid__col u-1\/2@s\"><p><strong>Pros<\/strong><\/p><ul class=\"list-1\"><li><strong>Safe and secure.<\/strong> GICs provide a guaranteed return and are seen as a low-risk investment option.<\/li><li><strong>Competitive rates.<\/strong> You\u2019ll generally get higher interest rates for GICs than you would for most savings accounts.<\/li><li><strong>CDIC protection.<\/strong> If you invest in a GIC offered by a CDIC member, you\u2019re covered by up to $100,000 of CDIC insurance protection.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"u-grid__col u-1\/2@s\"><p><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/p><ul class=\"list-12\"><li><strong>Lower returns<\/strong>. GICs provide lower potential returns than other investments that come with a high level of risk, such as stocks.<\/li><li><strong>Funds are locked in.<\/strong> Most GICs require you to invest your money for a fixed period, so penalties will apply if you need early access to your money.<\/li><li><strong>Can\u2019t match inflation.<\/strong> Long-term GICs may not be able to keep up with the pace of inflation.<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><h3>Should you opt for self-directed investing vs robo-advisors?<\/h3><p>The next question is whether you want to take a DIY approach to investing, or whether you want to let someone else choose investments on your behalf.<\/p><p>With self-directed investing, you have complete control over where your money goes. It\u2019s easy to open a trading account with an online broker, and you can select the investments you want based on your investment goals and appetite for risk.<\/p><p>The downside is that choosing investments takes time and effort, and if you don\u2019t know what you\u2019re doing, there\u2019s a risk of making the wrong choices.<\/p><p>Traditionally, the alternative to self-directed investment was to use a financial advisor. But rather than a real person, you can now let a robo-advisor choose your investments.<\/p><p>Robo-advisors are automated platforms that manage your investments based on your financial goals. You simply tell the platform your financial goals, time frame and risk tolerance, and it uses algorithms to create a balanced investment portfolio on your behalf.<\/p><p>This takes the hassle of managing a portfolio out of your hands, but you\u2019ll also need to pay extra management fees. Learn more about how these platforms work in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/investments\/robo-advisors\">our guide to robo-advisors<\/a>.<\/p><h3>What to do before you invest $10k<\/h3><p>Before you start searching for the best way to invest $10,000, consider these simple steps:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Pay off high-interest debt.<\/strong> If you have any credit card debt or personal loans, pay these off first. They often have interest rates higher than what you\u2019d earn in any investment vehicle, so you\u2019ll come out ahead if you pay them down.<\/li><li><strong>Beef up your emergency fund.<\/strong> Keep 3-6 months\u2019 worth of bare-bones expenses in a high-interest savings account where you can have instant access to it in an emergency.<\/li><li><strong>Create a vacation fund.<\/strong> If vacation or holiday expenses tend to creep up on you every year, consider setting aside part of your $10k to cover these expenses. Keep this money in a high-interest savings account the same as you would your emergency fund.<\/li><\/ul><h3>How to Invest $10,000 in 5 steps<\/h3><p>When you\u2019re ready to invest your $10k, here\u2019s what you need to do.<\/p><h4>Step 1: Set a goal<\/h4><p>Start by setting clear financial goals. What do you want to do with your $10,000? Do you have a specific goal in mind, such as saving for a house deposit or investing for your retirement, or do you simply want to generate wealth for whatever the future holds? Think about how much money you want to make and in what time frame.<\/p><h4>Step 2: Choose an investment<\/h4><p>Compare the pros, cons and potential returns of different investment types to decide which is the right choice for you. Remember to keep your investing goals and your risk tolerance in mind at all times.<\/p><h4>Step 3: Choose a broker or provider<\/h4><p>Now it\u2019s time to choose an online broker or investment provider. Compare fees, potential rates of return, and the ease of use of any trading platform before deciding if it\u2019s right for you. You can use our <a href=\"#table\">table above to compare different investment platforms<\/a>.<\/p><h4>Step 4: Create an account<\/h4><p>You\u2019ll need to sign up for an account with your broker or financial institution of choice. You can do this by providing your personal information, contact details and proof of ID. If you\u2019re signing up for a self-directed investing account, you might also need to provide information about the source of your funds and your prior investing experience.<\/p><h4>Step 5: Invest your money<\/h4><p>The final step is to pull the trigger on your investment. So place a buy order or deposit the necessary funds, then sit back and watch your $10k grow. Be sure to monitor your investment and reassess regularly to make sure it still aligns with your goals.<\/p><h3>Bottom line<\/h3><p>There are many different ways you could invest $10k. Whichever option you choose, your investments should align with your needs and financial goals. You may even decide that choosing a mix of the investments featured in this guide is the right approach for you. Make sure you understand the potential benefits as well as the risks involved before deciding on the best way to invest $10,000.<\/p><h3>Frequently asked questions about investing $10k<\/h3><ul class=\"luna-accordionGroup accordionGroup\">\n\t<li class=\"luna-accordion\" data-accordion=\"accordion\">\n    <div class=\"luna-accordion__summary\">\n        <h4 class=\"luna-accordion__heading\">\n            <button class=\"luna-accordion__action collapsed\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"faq-builder-0000000003\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#faq-builder-0000000003\">\n                <span class=\"luna-accordion__title\">How can I turn $10k into $100k?<\/span>\n                <svg class=\"luna-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-down\" data-accordion-icon=\"show\"><\/use>\n                    <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-up\" data-accordion-icon=\"hide\" class=\"is-hidden\"><\/use>\n                <\/svg>\n            <\/button>\n        <\/h4>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"luna-accordion__details collapse\" aria-hidden=\"true\" id=\"faq-builder-0000000003\" data-accordion=\"details\">\n        <div class=\"accordionContent\">\n            <div>\n                <p>Unfortunately, there are no get-rich-quick schemes that can help you turn $10k into $100k. Remember, return is directly tied to risk. If you find an investment offering high returns, be prepared to lose everything if it doesn't work out. The safest way to turn $10k into 100k is to take the long-term approach and only invest with properly regulated brokers and financial institutions.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"luna-accordion\" data-accordion=\"accordion\">\n    <div class=\"luna-accordion__summary\">\n        <h4 class=\"luna-accordion__heading\">\n            <button class=\"luna-accordion__action collapsed\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"faq-builder-0000000004\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#faq-builder-0000000004\">\n                <span class=\"luna-accordion__title\">How can I invest $10k in real estate?<\/span>\n                <svg class=\"luna-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-down\" data-accordion-icon=\"show\"><\/use>\n                    <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-up\" data-accordion-icon=\"hide\" class=\"is-hidden\"><\/use>\n                <\/svg>\n            <\/button>\n        <\/h4>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"luna-accordion__details collapse\" aria-hidden=\"true\" id=\"faq-builder-0000000004\" data-accordion=\"details\">\n        <div class=\"accordionContent\">\n            <div>\n                <p>$10,000 won't be enough to buy an investment property, but there are other ways you could potentially gain exposure to the property market. For example, investing in real estate investment trusts (REITs) gives you a share of a property portfolio without any of the hassle of actually buying and managing any investment properties. Alternatively, you could invest in real estate-themed stocks or ETFs.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"luna-accordion\" data-accordion=\"accordion\">\n    <div class=\"luna-accordion__summary\">\n        <h4 class=\"luna-accordion__heading\">\n            <button class=\"luna-accordion__action collapsed\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"faq-builder-0000000005\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#faq-builder-0000000005\">\n                <span class=\"luna-accordion__title\">What's the best way to invest $10k for the short term?<\/span>\n                <svg class=\"luna-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-down\" data-accordion-icon=\"show\"><\/use>\n                    <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-up\" data-accordion-icon=\"hide\" class=\"is-hidden\"><\/use>\n                <\/svg>\n            <\/button>\n        <\/h4>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"luna-accordion__details collapse\" aria-hidden=\"true\" id=\"faq-builder-0000000005\" data-accordion=\"details\">\n        <div class=\"accordionContent\">\n            <div>\n                <p>If you know exactly when you'll need your money, you could consider opening a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/gics\">GIC<\/a> with a bank or credit union. Terms typically range from 30 days to 5 years or more. You could also invest in bonds, or if you don't know exactly when you'll need to withdraw your money, a high-interest savings account could be a more flexible choice. Learn more about your options in our guide to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.finder.com\/ca\/investments\/best-short-term-investments-canada\">best short-term investments in Canada<\/a>.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"luna-accordion\" data-accordion=\"accordion\">\n    <div class=\"luna-accordion__summary\">\n        <h4 class=\"luna-accordion__heading\">\n            <button class=\"luna-accordion__action collapsed\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"faq-builder-0000000006\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#faq-builder-0000000006\">\n                <span class=\"luna-accordion__title\">Will I need to pay tax if I invest $10,000?<\/span>\n                <svg class=\"luna-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-down\" data-accordion-icon=\"show\"><\/use>\n                    <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-up\" data-accordion-icon=\"hide\" class=\"is-hidden\"><\/use>\n                <\/svg>\n            <\/button>\n        <\/h4>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"luna-accordion__details collapse\" aria-hidden=\"true\" id=\"faq-builder-0000000006\" data-accordion=\"details\">\n        <div class=\"accordionContent\">\n            <div>\n                <p>Generally, yes. You will need to declare your investment income as taxable income on your annual tax return. However, investing through a registered account like a TFSA or RRSP may allow you to avoid paying tax on your investment income or at least defer your tax obligations to a later date.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"luna-accordion\" data-accordion=\"accordion\">\n    <div class=\"luna-accordion__summary\">\n        <h4 class=\"luna-accordion__heading\">\n            <button class=\"luna-accordion__action collapsed\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"faq-builder-0000000007\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" data-target=\"#faq-builder-0000000007\">\n                <span class=\"luna-accordion__title\">Is $10k enough to invest?<\/span>\n                <svg class=\"luna-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n                    <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-down\" data-accordion-icon=\"show\"><\/use>\n                    <use xlink:href=\"#chevron-up\" data-accordion-icon=\"hide\" class=\"is-hidden\"><\/use>\n                <\/svg>\n            <\/button>\n        <\/h4>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"luna-accordion__details collapse\" aria-hidden=\"true\" id=\"faq-builder-0000000007\" data-accordion=\"details\">\n        <div class=\"accordionContent\">\n            <div>\n                <p>$10,000 is certainly enough for you to start investing. In fact, with many online brokers now supporting fractional shares, you can invest with as little as $1. 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This information is general in nature and is no substitute for professional advice. It does not take into account your personal situation. This information should not be interpreted as an endorsement of futures, stocks, ETFs, CFDs, options or any specific provider, service or offering. It should not be relied upon as investment advice or construed as providing recommendations of any kind. Futures, stocks, ETFs and options trading involves substantial risk of loss and therefore are not appropriate for most investors. You do not own or have any interest in the underlying asset. Capital is at risk, including the risk of losing more than the amount originally put in, market volatility and liquidity risks. Past performance is no guarantee of future results. Tax on profits may apply. Consider the Product Disclosure Statement and Target Market Determination for the product on the provider's website. 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