Series 26: Additional SIPC Rules

Additional SIPC Rules

If a broker-dealer is not covered by SIPC, it must disclose this fact on customers’ trade confirmation statements and relate this fact to customers if asked. Each SIPC member must also prominently display an official sign in the window of its main office and any of its branch offices.

SIPC covers a maximum of $500,000 per “separate customer” at a broker-dealer or clearing firm, including up to $250,000 in cash. Total coverage can be higher for multiple accounts owned by the same person if the accounts are considered to be held by separ