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Purchasing stocks the simple way
Advertiser Staff and News Services
One relatively easy way to jump into the stock market is through a direct purchase plan, which allows a person to buy stock directly from a company without going through a broker.
Many companies offer such plans. A spin on the Web can turn up sites, including financial institutions, that offer plan information:
Here are some worth visiting:
Click "Company List" to view plans offered through the bank.
Good explanation of how a direct purchase plan works.
Select "Company List" on left to see a short list of plans.
One-stop shopping for plans.
