The best brokerage accounts have minimal fees, lots of investment options and access to advanced stock trading tools. Many provide educational resources that help you determine what stocks to buy.

A Wall St. street sign is seen near the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York City, U.S., September 17, 2019. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid/File Photo The tepid reception to Venture Global's ...

Investing in the stock market today can be a bit concerning, given the S&P 500's elevated levels and many stocks trading at high valuations. Putting money every month into a diverse exchange ...