Please choose the correct ending to complete the given sentence: Food and Entertaining: [header] How to check a broker dealer with finra [title] Call the brokercheck hotline. [step] If you prefer, you can call finra toll-free at 800-289-9999. Someone is available monday through friday , 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. [title] Search online using the broker's information.

Ending1: [step] You can check online to find the brokerage firm and the individual registered representatives of a brokerage firm. The term broker technically refers to the firm or individual holding the license and the individuals who work for the firm are registered representatives. Ending2: [substeps] Sometimes online brokercheck information is better than in-person information. If you want to check online, look for first-hand statistics about the investment for which you are applying. Ending3: [step] Before contacting finra, check the brokercheck twitter pages. They often have keywords " broker " or " foreclosures " written in blue or black text. Ending4: [step] If you don't have information specific to the broker, call the brokercheck toll-free customer service box at 925-481-5758. The customer service line is : 1-800-232-8778.

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