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10 Things to Consider While Opening a Demat Account 

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17 Feb 20226 mins readBy MOFSL

Are you going to open a Demat account to begin your financial market journey? Diversifying your investments as a step ahead to include financial markets is now an important opportunity which should not be neglected. The procedure of opening a Demat account, however, can appear to be a difficult endeavor for a newcomer to the world of trading and equities markets.

1. Trust and Legacies

You should opt for a platform with a large investment base and a national presence. This will screen out the fly-by-night operators who offer high returns but are unable to follow through on their promises. Take the time to research the depository participant's history, including the client base, years of existence, and geographic footprint (number of branches). 

2. Protection Against Harm

The convenience of the virtual world comes at the cost of a security risk that must be considered, especially when dealing with hard-earned money. When data transfers between computers and servers, your Demat account must have the greatest levels of security available in terms of data encryption. Given the recent spike in cyber-attack cases, this is particularly beneficial.

3. Open A Demat Account Without Any Paperwork

Especially in today's fast-paced world, the process of opening a Demat account should be as simple and painless as feasible. The majority of depository participants now conduct their business entirely online, using a simple application form and document submission. Choose a company that allows you to start a paperless account with minimal paperwork.

4. Access To Information Via The Internet

A number of depository participants, using technology as an enabler, provide online access to your Demat account, ensuring hassle-free trading and operations. This means that your internet platform can provide information on your assets, valuations, transaction statements, and portfolio, among other things. Some even provide real-time updates on your money as well as investment advice.

5. Choosing a Broker

You may have a trading account and a Demat account with separate brokers, according to regulatory requirements. However, for convenience of operations, you should hunt for a financial partner who can provide both services. This makes transacting considerably more efficient because processes like issuing Debit Instruction Slips and resolving concerns related to trade can now be handled by a single company.

6. Range of Products

A financial partner that would offer robust trading platforms and also allow you to invest in a diverse range of financial products from Derivatives, Stocks, Government of India (GOI) bonds, Mutual Fund, Fixed Income (FI) products, Gold investment, National Pension Scheme, and Insurance solutions from a single unified account is beneficial. This allows you to compare and manage all of your investments from one platform.

7. Penalties

It's critical to weigh the costs of opening and maintaining a Demat account, which can differ from one depository member to the next. Account opening fees, which are sometimes waived by some providers, are among them. In addition, the account is subject to annual maintenance fees for online and other services provided during the year. Some even charge a transaction fee for specific deals, with discounted brokerage as an option. 

8. Nature Of The Account 

Although it is legal to have numerous Demat accounts, there must be a compelling reason for doing so. Keep careful track of your transactions if you open several accounts. Similarly, you must decide whether you require a joint account or a single account, and complete the necessary paperwork accordingly.

9. Certified Professionals

Your money must be placed in the hands of skilled advisors who can provide you with sound guidance that will help you increase the value of your portfolio. The depository participant must also have a backend in the form of a development and learning center that provides the appropriate environment for training and skill development for their employees.

10. Children's Demat

You can open a minor Demat account for your child under the age of 18 to assist them learn about investment planning and financial management early in life. You will need to obtain a PAN card for the youngster and inquire about the account opening process with your broker, as the guidelines differ from those for adult Demat accounts.

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Disclaimer: The stocks, companies, or financial instruments mentioned in this blog are for informational purposes only and should not be considered as investment recommendations. It is advised to consult with your financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Investment in securities markets are subject to market risks, read all the related documents carefully before investing. Investors are strongly encouraged to carefully read the risk disclosure documents prior to participating in market-related investments or trading activities. Due to the volatile nature of financial markets, no guarantees can be made regarding investment returns. Motilal Oswal Financial Services Ltd. does not offer any assured returns on market-linked securities. Please note that past performance of stocks or indices is not indicative of future results.
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