Scottrade customers can also access their previous statements and tax documents through TD Ameritrade. Scottrade was reviewed by several sites who unanimously gave the broker high marks for customer service. Its reputation for customer service was mostly based on branch locations and the rapport that was built with clients since its founding in Those advantages were a holdover from the pre-Internet era. Though the company offered online trading since the mids, Scottrade reviews often pointed out that the online experience was not a company strength.
The qualities Scottrade brought to the 21st century from its 20th-century roots were also in some cases liabilities. The brokerage industry gradually shifted away from a few high-net-worth clients handled through personal interactions during the late s.
Since then, the focus has been on lower transaction fees and getting more retail investors. The Internet brought down barriers between investors and gave them the ability to make trades without calling a broker. Faith in traditional financial advisors and brokers took a hit after the financial crisis, especially with younger investors.
By , Scottrade reviews were critical of the company for its high minimum balance on premium accounts, antiquated online interface, and lack of commission-free ETFs. Scottrade brokerage accounts automatically transferred to TD Ameritrade as part of the transition process.
Scottrade had a reputation for providing excellent customer service. It is now possible to compare the expanded TD Ameritrade to a popular discount broker like Charles Schwab. For its supporters, TD Ameritrade's customer service more than makes up for slightly higher fees. Scottrade customers who transitioned to TD Ameritrade were given access to:. Before the acquisition, Scottrade had about branch locations throughout the U. By , those branches had either been converted to TD Ameritrade locations or closed.
After the acquisition formally closed in September , all Scottrade accounts were officially moved to TD Ameritrade by February Scottrade was sold to TD Ameritrade for several reasons including concerns over rising regulatory pressure in the brokerage industry, as well health issues of founder and CEO Rodger Riney.
TD Ameritrade officially completed its acquisition of Scottrade on Sept. On Feb. Today, TD Ameritrade is well known for its extensive research capabilities, wide education offerings, numerous support channels, and zero-commission trades. All Scottrade accounts became fully integrated with TD Ameritrade in early In order to access any funds in your Scottrade account, simply enter your legacy Scottrade account number and legacy Scottrade password on TD Ameritrade's log-in page.
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He has donated to Republicans from Missouri, including Sen. Roy Blunt and Rep. Ann Wagner, according to filings with the Federal Election Commission. Riney built Scottrade from scratch. Louis Blues play — will be phased out as part of the deal. TD Ameritrade hopes to keep to 1, jobs in the region after the transition, meaning at least will likely be out of jobs. No positions will be cut before the deal closes. In the emailed remarks, Riney said he was grateful for his employees and their dedication to the company.
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