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One of the things I value about Charles Schwab is their transparency regarding fees. As a regular user of their services, I was relieved to discover that they offer commission-free trading for most online stocks, ETFs, and options. This was particularly appealing to me as an active trader, because avoiding commissions means I can keep more of my investment returns. However, I did notice that for options trades, Schwab charges a $0.65 fee per contract, which is fairly typical across the industry. I also encountered some mutual fund transaction fees, particularly for those outside Schwab's OneSource® program, which can go up to $74.95 per trade. Despite these exceptions, I find Schwab’s overall fee structure to be highly competitive. Additionally, Schwab does not charge account maintenance or inactivity fees, and the Charles Schwab minimum deposit requirement for most accounts is $0, which makes it very accessible. I also appreciate that Schwab provides detailed information on all fees upfront, so there are no surprises. I was able to easily find all the pricing details on their website, which helped me make an informed decision. The absence of hidden fees and the simplicity of their pricing structure makes Schwab an appealing option for me. Overall, I feel that Schwab’s fees are reasonable for the value it provides, and I haven’t encountered any unexpected charges.