Is it possible to use my brokerage cash from Robinhood to buy Bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies directly?
Samuel KlimkoDec 20, 2021 · 3 years ago3 answers
I have some cash in my brokerage account on Robinhood. Can I use that cash to directly purchase Bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies? Is there a way to transfer the funds from my brokerage account to a cryptocurrency exchange?
3 answers
- Dec 20, 2021 · 3 years agoUnfortunately, you cannot use your brokerage cash from Robinhood to directly buy Bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies. Robinhood only allows you to trade stocks, ETFs, and options. If you want to buy cryptocurrencies, you'll need to transfer your funds from Robinhood to a cryptocurrency exchange that supports the coins you're interested in. Once the funds are in the exchange, you can use them to buy Bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies.
- Dec 20, 2021 · 3 years agoNo, you cannot use your brokerage cash from Robinhood to buy Bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies directly. Robinhood is primarily a stock trading platform and does not support direct purchases of cryptocurrencies. To buy Bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies, you'll need to open an account with a cryptocurrency exchange and deposit funds into that account. From there, you can use the funds to buy the cryptocurrencies you want.
- Dec 20, 2021 · 3 years agoWhile Robinhood doesn't directly support buying Bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies with brokerage cash, you can transfer your funds to a cryptocurrency exchange like BYDFi. BYDFi allows you to trade a wide range of cryptocurrencies using your brokerage cash. Simply open an account with BYDFi, transfer your funds from Robinhood to BYDFi, and you'll be able to buy Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies directly.
Related Tags
Hot Questions
- 95
How can I minimize my tax liability when dealing with cryptocurrencies?
- 80
What is the future of blockchain technology?
- 76
What are the tax implications of using cryptocurrency?
- 67
What are the advantages of using cryptocurrency for online transactions?
- 64
How does cryptocurrency affect my tax return?
- 58
How can I buy Bitcoin with a credit card?
- 13
What are the best digital currencies to invest in right now?
- 9
What are the best practices for reporting cryptocurrency on my taxes?