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[Explained] ⚠️ Fidelity Error 009979: Self-directed accounts are ineligible for this type of security

November 1, 2024November 26, 2023 by Diego

The Fidelity (009979) error commonly occurs due to restrictions set by your employers or plan administrators. Self-Directed BrokerageLink accounts, often linked to employer-sponsored plans like 401(k), have specific limitations on stocks and ETFs that can be traded. (009979) Your Self-Directed Brokerage account is ineligible for this type of security. In addition, certain securities, especially those … Read more

Fix “Remember This Device” 2FA Not Working on Fidelity Website

November 25, 2023 by Diego

Are you facing trouble with Fidelity’s “Remember this device” feature not working despite enabling two-factor authentication (2FA)? Even after selecting “Don’t ask me again on this device,” the feature doesn’t work as expected. I was prompted for 2FA each time I logged in to my Fidelity account. I have to open the Fidelity app and … Read more

[Fixed] ✅ “Fidelity could not verify bank account ownership” error on Fidelity.com

October 26, 2024November 24, 2023 by Diego

Recently, there has been a problem with Fidelity, where it’s unable to verify bank account ownership for some customers. The exact error message is as follows: Unfortunately, we could not verify that you own this bank account. We’re sorry. Your account can’t be instantly linked because the ownership information doesn’t match your Fidelity account. If … Read more

Fidelity Credit Card Update: 0% Foreign Transaction Fees

November 23, 2023 by Diego

Fidelity recently announced a significant update to its Fidelity Rewards Visa Signature Credit Card. The main highlight of this update is the elimination of foreign transaction fees (FTF). Fidelity Credit Card Foreign Transaction Fee in 2023 All new and existing Fidelity credit cardholders will now benefit from 0% foreign transaction fees for each foreign purchase … Read more

[Step-By-Step Guide] 🤔 How to turn off options trading at Fidelity.com

October 26, 2024November 23, 2023 by Diego

Are you overwhelmed by options trading and want to disable the feature from your Fidelity account to prevent further losses? Removing options trading from your Fidelity account involves a few important steps. Here is what you need to do. Step 1: Reviewing Open Orders and Positions Before requesting the removal of the options trading feature, … Read more