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Schwab charges $0.65 per contract, which adds up quickly for active traders. A trader executing 100 options contracts monthly pays $0 at Fidelity vs $65 at Schwab annually."},{"question":"Which has lower fees for long-term index investors?","answer":"Charles Schwab has a slight edge for passive investors due to lower average ETF expense ratios (0.08% vs 0.12%). On a $100,000 portfolio, this 0.04% difference equals $40 annually. However, both offer commission-free ETF trading, and Fidelity's larger fund selection may offer more competitive options."},{"question":"How do their customer service experiences compare?","answer":"Schwab ranks higher in J.D. Power customer satisfaction (4.8/5 vs 4.5/5) and offers more accessible customer support through multiple channels. 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