Are DMA accounts insured?
https://alaricsecurities.com/blog/ufaq/dma-accounts-insurance/
In the UK/EU, investor compensation schemes may apply (like FSCS, up to certain limits).
What if a DMA broker goes out of business?
https://alaricsecurities.com/blog/ufaq/dma-broker-out-of-business/
Regulated DMA brokers must separate your assets from company funds. Your real shares are protected and can be transferred.
Are my funds and shares protected with DMA?
https://alaricsecurities.com/blog/ufaq/dma-funds-and-shares/
Yes. Your investments are held in segregated accounts under strict regulatory oversight.
Can my broker “trade against me” with CFDs?
https://alaricsecurities.com/blog/ufaq/cfd-broker-counterparty/
Yes, very often! The broker is the counterparty, so your loss can be their gain. With DMA, the exchange – not your broker – is on the other side.
Where can I see all the fees involved with DMA trading?
https://alaricsecurities.com/blog/ufaq/dma-trading-fees/
All DMA commissions, execution costs, and exchange fees are clearly listed on your broker’s platform — no hidden mark-ups.
Why are spreads so much wider with CFDs?
https://alaricsecurities.com/blog/ufaq/cfd-and-spread/
CFD brokers set their own prices and profit from every trade via the spread. DMA uses the real market spread, with transparent fees.
If I buy with DMA, can I move my shares to another broker?
https://alaricsecurities.com/blog/ufaq/dma-shares-another-broker/
Yes, with real shares, you can transfer assets freely. With CFDs, you can’t – you only own the contract.
Is commission-free trading really “free”?
https://alaricsecurities.com/blog/ufaq/commission-free-trading/
Often not! CFD brokers compensate for zero commissions by marking up the spread (the hidden gap between buy and sell prices).
Are CFD brokers and DMA brokers regulated differently?
https://alaricsecurities.com/blog/ufaq/cfd-and-dma-brokers-regulations/
Many CFD brokers are offshore or lightly regulated; reputable DMA brokers like Alaric are FCA, MIFID, or EU compliant.
Do I get real voting rights and dividends with DMA?
https://alaricsecurities.com/blog/ufaq/dividends-and-rights-with-dma/
Yes! DMA means actual share registration – so you may receive dividends and can vote at shareholder meetings (where eligible).