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Banking products and services are provided by Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association, Member FDIC.

The fund's prospectus contains its investment objectives, risks, charges, expenses and other important information and should be read and considered carefully before investing. For a current prospectus, visit www.etrade.com/mutualfunds or visit the Exchange-Traded Funds Center at www.etrade.com/etf.

Diversification and asset allocation strategies do not guarantee profits or protection against loss. Investments in securities and other instruments involve risk and will not always be profitable. Loss of principal is possible.

ETFs are subject to risks similar to those of other diversified investments. Investing in ETFs involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Although ETFs are designed to provide investment results that generally correspond to the performance of their respective underlying indices, they may not be able to exactly replicate the performance of the indices because of expenses and other factors. ETF shares cannot be redeemed directly from the ETF. ETFs are required to distribute portfolio gains to shareholders at year-end, which may be generated by portfolio rebalancing or the need to meet diversification requirements. ETF trading may also have tax consequences. An ETF’s expense ratio is the annual operating expense charged to investors.

Trading on margin involves specific risks, including the possible loss of more money than you have deposited. A decline in the value of securities that are purchased on margin may require you to provide additional funds to your trading account. In addition, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC can force the sale of any securities in your account without prior notice if your equity falls below required levels, and you are not entitled to an extension of time in the event of a margin call. When trading on margin, an investor borrows a portion of the funds they use to buy stocks to try to take advantage of opportunities in the market. The investor pays interest on the funds borrowed until the loan is repaid. For each trade made in a margin account, we use all available cash and sweep funds first and then charge the customer the current margin interest rate on the balance of the funds required to fill the order. The minimum equity requirement for a margin account is $2,000. Please read more information regarding the risks of trading on margin.

Futures margin, also known as a “performance bond,” is the amount of money you are required to deposit in your account to open and hold a futures position. Unlike margin trading in the equity market, futures margin is not a loan. The amount of initial margin (i.e., required upfront capital) is small relative to the notional value of the futures contract. A relatively small market movement will have a proportionately larger impact on the funds you have deposited or will have to deposit, which may work against you as well as for you. You may sustain a total loss of your initial investment, any additional funds deposited to maintain your position, or potentially amounts exceeding your initial investment or the prior days’ minimum regulatory requirements, and which may require you to deposit additional funds into your account to satisfy any resulting debits. If the funds in your account drop below the minimum regulatory requirement at any given time, you may be called upon to pay substantial additional funds on short notice to maintain your position or your position may be automatically liquidated at a loss and you will be liable for any resulting deficit.As a general matter, E*TRADE Futures does not permit physical delivery of commodities or digital assets. Customers that hold futures to maturity may be subject to immediate liquidation including at a loss and appliable fees.

E*TRADE sometimes provides its customers with cash credits or special offers related to the opening or funding of accounts or other activities. E*TRADE credits and offers may be subject to U.S. withholding taxes and reporting at retail value. Taxes related to these offers are the customer's responsibility.E*TRADE reserves the right to change the offer terms or terminate the offer at any time without notice.

  1. E*TRADE from Morgan Stanley charges $0 commission for online US-listed stock, ETF, mutual fund, and options trades. Exclusions may apply and E*TRADE from Morgan Stanley reserves the right to charge variable commission rates. The standard options contract fee is $0.65 per contract (or $0.50 per contract for customers who execute at least 30 stock, ETF, and options trades per quarter). The retail online $0 commission does not apply to Over-the-Counter (OTC) securities transactions, foreign stock transactions, large block transactions requiring special handling, futures, or fixed income investments. Service charges apply for trades placed through a broker ($25). Stock plan account transactions are subject to a separate commission schedule. All fees and expenses as described in a fund's prospectus still apply. Additional regulatory and exchange fees may apply. For more information about pricing, visitetrade.com/pricing.

    Offer valid for E*TRADE customers with an eligible brokerage (non-retirement) account and funded within 60 days of account opening with $1,000 or more. Promo code: BONUS24

    New customer opening only one account

    This offer applies to customers who (i) are opening one new E*TRADE from Morgan Stanley self-directed brokerage (non-retirement) account (“E*TRADE account”); (ii) do not have an existing E*TRADE account; and (iii) do not open any other new E*TRADE accounts for 60 days after enrollment in this offer. If you are an existing customer or plan to open more than one E*TRADE account, then please refer to the “Existing Customers or New Customers Opening More than One Account” terms below.

    Cash credits will be granted based on deposits of new funds or securities from external accounts made within 60 calendar days of account opening.

    Reward tiers under $200,000 ($1,000-$24,999; $25,000-$49,999; $50,000-$99,999; $100,000-$199,999) will be paid within seven business days following the expiration of the 60-day period. However, if you deposit $200,000 or more in the new E*TRADE account, then you will receive your cash credit within seven business days after the date of your deposit, followed by any additional reward owed based on your fulfillment tier at the expiration of the 60-day period. If you have deposited at least $200,000 in the new E*TRADE account and you make subsequent deposits in that new E*TRADE account to reach a higher tier, then you will receive a second cash credit following the close of the 60-day window. For example, if you deposit $250,000 into your new E*TRADE account, then you will receive a cash credit of $600 within seven business days after the date of your deposit. Then if you deposit an additional $300,000 into your new E*TRADE account, then you will receive an additional cash credit of $400 at the end of the 60-day window for a total reward of $1,000. If you deposit $500,000 or more in your new E*TRADE account, then you will receive two cash credits that will total $1,000 within seven business days after the date of your deposit. Cash credits will be paid to the new E*TRADE account where the deposit is made.

    Existing customers or new customers opening more than one new account

    Existing customers or new customers opening more than one account are subject to different offer terms. Please click here to view offer terms.

    OFFER RULES FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS

    This offer applies only to E*TRADE from Morgan Stanley self-directed (non-retirement) brokerage accounts.

    New funds or securities must (i) be deposited or transferred to the new E*TRADE account within 60 days of enrollment in this offer; (ii) be from accounts outside of E*TRADE; and (iii) remain in the new E*TRADE account (minus any trading losses) for a minimum of six months otherwise your cash credit(s) may be surrendered. For purposes of the value of a deposit, any securities transferred will be valued as of the closing price of that security on the business day the deposit is received as reflected in the transaction history. Removing any deposit or cash during the promotion period (60 days) may result in a lower reward amount or loss of reward.

    Any assets transferred to the new E*TRADE account from an existing Morgan Stanley AAA brokerage account(s) will be excluded from the reward amount calculations, at E*TRADE’s sole discretion.

    If you are attempting to enroll in this offer with a Joint Account, then the primary account holder may have to fulfill at the tiers noted before the secondary account holder can enroll in this offer. If you experience any issues when attempting to enroll with a Joint Account, then please contact us at 800-387-2331 and we will be able to assist you with your enrollment.

    OFFER LIMITATIONS

    This offer is valid for one new E*TRADE self-directed brokerage (non-retirement) account and funded within 60 days with a qualifying deposit.

    The following account types are excluded from this offer: any business (incorporated or unincorporated) accounts, retirement accounts, advisory accounts, E*TRADE Futures accounts, Morgan Stanley AAA brokerage accounts, Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association accounts (“Excluded Accounts”). This offer excludes non-U.S. residents, and residents of any jurisdiction where this offer is not valid. You must be the original recipient of this offer to enroll. Customers may only be enrolled in one offer at a time. This offer cannot be combined with any other offers. Each customer is limited to a maximum of two new account offers.

    E*TRADE reserves the right to terminate this offer at any time.

    This offer neither is, nor should be construed as a recommendation or solicitation to buy, sell, or hold any security, financial product or instrument or to open a particular account or engage in any specific investment strategy.

  2. The material provided by Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, Morgan Stanley or any of theiraffiliates, or by a third party not affiliated with Morgan Stanley is for educational purposes only and is not an individualized recommendation. This information neither is, nor should be construed as, an offer or a solicitation of an offer, or a recommendation, to buy, sell, or hold any security, financial product, or instrument discussed herein, or to open a particular account or to engage in any specific investment strategy.

  3. Transfer Money transactions made between existing accounts will be processed immediately. Funds deposited to accounts via Transfer Money from external accounts will be available for investment or withdrawal on the third business day after the date of deposit if transferred by 4 p.m. ET.

  4. With Max-Rate Checking, Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association (“Morgan Stanley Private Bank”) will not charge you a fee for withdrawing funds from any institution's ATM but the owner/operator of the ATM may. These fees will automatically be credited to your account. Morgan Stanley Private Bank does impose a charge equal to 1% of the transaction amount (including credits and reversals) for non-U.S. currency transactions. In the event Morgan Stanley Private Bank in its sole discretion determines that there has been either fraudulent or excessive use of the feature on a given account, Morgan Stanley Private Bank reserves the right to remove this feature and not refund the ATM fees.For additional information and important details about how the ATM fee refund will be applied, please visit www.etrade.com/atmrefundpolicy.

  5. Each futures trade is $1.50 (per side, per contract, plus exchange fees), excluding cryptocurrency futures trades, which are $2.50 (per side, per contract, plus exchange fees). In addition to the per contract, per side commission, futures customers may be assessed additional fees, including applicable futures exchange and National Futures Association fees, as well as brokerage charges for execution of non-electronically traded futures and futures options contracts. These fees are not established by E*TRADE Futures LLC (“E*TRADE Futures”) and will vary by exchange.E*TRADE Futures may participate in U.S. futures exchange rebate programs pursuant to which E*TRADE Futures may receive remuneration based on the quantity or volume of orders submitted or trades executed by E*TRADE Futures customers on such exchanges.

  6. With respect to self-directed, individual retirement accounts (“IRAs”), you should understand that trading futures or options on futures is speculative in nature and subject to risks that may be greater than those of other investment vehicles in which retirement funds may be invested. You must determine whether trading futures in your IRA is advisable based on your specific financial circ*mstances, your risk tolerance, the number of years until your retirement, and other factors. You should consult a professional advisor to determine if futures trading, even on a limited basis, in your IRA is consistent with your financial goals.

Securities products and investment advisory services offered by Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, Member SIPC and a Registered Investment Adviser. Commodity futures and options on futures products and services offered by E*TRADE Futures LLC, Member NFA Stock plan administration solutions and services offered by E*TRADE Financial Corporate Services, Inc., and are a part of Morgan Stanley at Work. Banking products and services provided by Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association, Member FDIC. All entities are separate but affiliated subsidiaries of Morgan Stanley. E*TRADE from Morgan Stanley and Morgan Stanley at Work are registered trademarks of Morgan Stanley.

System response and account access times may vary due to a variety of factors, including trading volumes, market conditions, system performance, and other factors.

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Investing & Trading | FAQ | E*TRADE (2024)

FAQs

How do I get approved for options trading on Etrade? ›

To trade put options with E-trade it is necessary to have an approved margin account. 1 Investors may sign up for margin accounts with E-trade at us.etrade.com. Investors are faced with deciding whether they prefer to buy and sell options and whether they want to write options, either covered or naked.

Why can't I withdraw money from Etrade? ›

In the context of fund withdrawals, trade settlement is when proceeds from a trade convert to cash that can be withdrawn. If you have not made a trade or your trades have already settled then there may be a withdrawal hold due to anti-money laundering rules/regulations, see below.

What is good about E*TRADE? ›

Power E*TRADE is an advanced platform geared towards advanced and active traders. Users can access screening capabilities, technical analysis, and drawing tools. There is no minimum balance requirement to use Power E*TRADE. It's available for all serious investors, even those with small portfolios.

How do you TRADE in E*TRADE? ›

Easy steps to start investing online
  1. Open an account. Apply online in about 10 minutes.
  2. Put money in. Add money to pay for the shares you want to buy.
  3. Pick an investment. Use our free screeners or Morgan Stanley equity research.
  4. Place your trade. Our intuitive website and mobile app will guide you.

How long does it take to get approved for options trading on Etrade? ›

Select Options on the App

There are four levels of options trading. Level 1 traders can only access basic options strategies like covered positions. Higher-level traders have more access to advanced options strategies. It might take a few business days for your application to get approved.

How long does it take to get approved for Etrade? ›

Your application needs time to be verified [1-3 days] after which you can deposit and start trading.

Can I transfer money from Etrade to my bank account? ›

To initiate a transfer on your E*TRADE account, first log in and go to the 'Transfer Money' section. From there, you can select the account you want to transfer funds from and the destination bank account. It's important to review all details carefully to ensure the money is sent to the correct place.

How do I get all my money out of Etrade? ›

By following these steps diligently, you can efficiently complete the fund withdrawal process on E*TRADE.
  1. Step 1: Log in to Your E*TRADE Account. ...
  2. Step 2: Click on 'Transfer & Pay' Tab. ...
  3. Step 3: Select 'Transfer Money' Option. ...
  4. Step 4: Choose 'Withdraw Money' Option. ...
  5. Step 5: Select the Account to Withdraw From.

Can I withdraw all my money from Etrade account? ›

To initiate a withdrawal, you first need to log in to your E*TRADE account. Once logged in, navigate to the 'Transfer Money' section where you can select the option to move funds out of your account. You can transfer funds to another bank account, request a check, or even liquidate your account entirely.

Is E*TRADE trustworthy? ›

Yes, E*TRADE is trustworthy. It is a member of the Securities Investors Protection Corporation, or SIPC, and is transparent about its fees and commission structure. It's a well-established broker, having been founded in 1982, and its 2020 acquisition by Morgan Stanley allies it with that firm's long history.

Is Etrade easy for beginners? ›

Beginners can access a wide range of educational materials that cover important topics like investment strategies, market analysis, and risk management. Setting up an E*TRADE account is hassle-free, making it convenient for users to start their investment journey quickly and efficiently.

Is E*TRADE safe? ›

Your account security is important to us. In addition to the ways your assets are protected, the E*TRADE from Morgan Stanley Complete Protection Guarantee means you're not liable for unauthorized use of your account, and we'll never sell your personal information.

What bank does E*TRADE use? ›

Banking products and services are provided by Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association, Member FDIC.

Does Etrade charge monthly fee? ›

Max-Rate Checking

No transaction fees for online wire transfers, stop payments, and more. See rates and fees. Maintain an average monthly account balance of $5,000 to waive the $15 monthly account fee. See more ways to avoid a fee.

How do I get $600 from e trade? ›

If you deposit $200,000 in your new E*TRADE account and $350,000 in your eligible linked E*TRADE account, then you will receive a $600 cash credit to your new E*TRADE account within seven business days after the date of your deposit.

What are the requirements for option trading? ›

You'll need to provide your:
  • Investment objectives. This usually includes income, growth, capital preservation or speculation.
  • Trading experience. ...
  • Personal financial information. ...
  • The types of options you want to trade.
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Do you have to be approved to trade options? ›

Regardless of your trading objective, you'll need a brokerage account that's approved to trade options in order to proceed with any strategy involving options. The types of options you can place also depend on your specific options approval level.

How do I get involved in option trading? ›

  1. How to Trade Options in 5 Steps.
  2. 1.Assess Your Readiness.
  3. 2.Choose a Broker and Get Approved to Trade Options.
  4. 3.Create a Trading Plan.
  5. 4.Understand the Tax Implications.
  6. 5.Continuous Learning and Risk Management.
  7. Buying Calls (Long Calls)
  8. Buying Puts (Long Puts)

How much does Etrade charge for options contract? ›

Exclusions may apply and E*TRADE from Morgan Stanley reserves the right to charge variable commission rates. The standard options contract fee is $0.65 per contract (or $0.50 per contract for customers who execute at least 30 stock, ETF, and options trades per quarter).

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