Alright, so which one is better? Which one is more likely to go under? Which one offers better opportunity for begginer trader? For experienced traders?
No doubt, Hold Brothers. Although I have talked with Don Bright as well and I think his firm is also one of the best. Bright Trading.
If you trade NYSE stocks, Assent is the one. If you are a Nasdaq guy, it depends on the deal/training that you are getting wrt Assent & Hold. Assent is a very professional organization, Hold Bros had the worst clearing system that I have ever seen in my life. Probably they must have changed it by now, otherwise they would not be in business. I do not know Bright Trading, but from what I see Mr. Bright is a great guy, so have a look into their systems to before making up your mind.