Cheap share trading costs

[Burba]

Not sure if this has been asked before, but looking for a good online/phone share trading service that is reasonably cheap and efficient (if such a thing exists )

Ideally, with an organisation that is au-fait with AIM market.

Any experiences or recommendations??

[ShadownINja]

Been covered dozens of times. Usual ones are 3i, Barclays, Hoodless Brennan. Would steer clear of AIM unless you're a pro... I am guessing from your question, it will be a first time...

[Burba]

used to spread-betting and not actually actively trading in equity shares.. so not inexperienced as such, just trying to make returns in a different manner.

will try those out but anyone have any recommendations?

[ShadownINja]

The problem with AIM is liquidity (or lack thereof). Spreadbetting might be a safer option.

[jsc15]

On a semi-related note, due to a recent bereavement a family member has about 15 share holdings to dispose of. Some are relatively low value but they are all on paper certificates. From experience banks charge a fortune to sell these. Any PH'ers aware of companies that would handle a bulk sale of this type?

Ta in advance