By Leanna Kelly When it comes time to transact an investment, most people deal with a broker instead of facilitating the deal directly. A broker is an entity that buys and sells investments on behalf of the investor. There’s often a fee for this service. There’s a broad array of reasons to work with a broker—convenience, security and knowledgeability among them. It’s why there are brokers in every investment sector, from the stock market to the real estate market and beyond.
Brokers don’t just handle transactions. They’re also a resource for information, and they ensure every transaction complies with regulatory requirements. They might also …read more