Here is how I manage my accounts, but my strategy may be flawed: As a retiree, I set up multiple accounts at the same firm, keeping each one under the $500,000 SIPC limit. What do you think?
If a broker/dealer becomes financially troubled, there are several layers of protection for the average retail customer: The broker/dealer’s own capital or liquidation proceeds; SIPC (Securities ...
The Securities Investor Protection Corp. (SIPC) is an independent body that protects investments and brokerage accounts. Brokerages are required by law to keep customers’ investments separate ...