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Was just about to get a stocks and shares ISA £10k with 5%commision agreed to that 
Now 10000 + 5%=10500 in my book
They came in at £10526.31 I reckon that's 5,%+ another 5%on  Thier commission didn't go for it I know it's only 26pounds but my maths doesn't add up is this a scam or normal 
Thanks 
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  • Ayr_Rage
    Ayr_Rage Posts: 2,809 Forumite
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    Who is the provider, what shares are you buying?

    5% commission sounds very steep.

    Don't forget there is also Stamp Duty to pay.
  • Albermarle
    Albermarle Posts: 28,077 Forumite
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    5% commission for what ? to who ?
  • Carmadcolin
    Carmadcolin Posts: 7 Forumite
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    Ayr_Rage said:
    Who is the provider, what shares are you buying?

    5% commission sounds very steep.

    Don't forget there is also Stamp Duty to pay.
    Haven't gone with them it's a ISA yes steep just commission 5%+5%
  • Carmadcolin
    Carmadcolin Posts: 7 Forumite
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    5% commission for what ? to who ?
    For opening the ISA 
  • Ayr_Rage
    Ayr_Rage Posts: 2,809 Forumite
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    5% commission for what ? to who ?
    For opening the ISA 
    Who is the provider?
  • wmb194
    wmb194 Posts: 4,982 Forumite
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    Was just about to get a stocks and shares ISA £10k with 5%commision agreed to that 
    Now 10000 + 5%=10500 in my book
    They came in at £10526.31 I reckon that's 5,%+ another 5%on  Thier commission didn't go for it I know it's only 26pounds but my maths doesn't add up is this a scam or normal 
    Thanks 
    What are you trying to invest in? Paying 5% commission is very 1990s. These days, if it’s just an OIEC/unit trust you should be able to find it with no commission or bid/offer spread.
  • eskbanker
    eskbanker Posts: 37,390 Forumite
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    5% commission for what ? to who ?
    For opening the ISA 
    There shouldn't be any charge for opening an ISA, even if there is one for subsequently purchasing investments within the wrapper, an entirely separate activity.

    is this a scam or normal
    It certainly sounds suspicious, so please clarify more detail about who you're dealing with - is this a proper regulated institution or some dodgy outfit found via social media?
  • dunstonh
    dunstonh Posts: 119,799 Forumite
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    Was just about to get a stocks and shares ISA £10k with 5%commision agreed to that 
    Now 10000 + 5%=10500 in my book
    Commission was banned for advised sales back in 2013.    So, this has to be a non-advised product, where it is still allowed.  However, it is extremely rare.  Who is it?

    I would be on guard that you are not being scammed.




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  • Carmadcolin
    Carmadcolin Posts: 7 Forumite
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    eskbanker said:
    5% commission for what ? to who ?
    For opening the ISA 
    There shouldn't be any charge for opening an ISA, even if there is one for subsequently purchasing investments within the wrapper, an entirely separate activity.

    is this a scam or normal
    It certainly sounds suspicious, so please clarify more detail about who you're dealing with - is this a proper regulated institution or some dodgy outfit found via social media?
    Large company 
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    Large company 
    Why the relucance to name them?
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