But Ditto Trade might make it in the competitive world of online brokerages if it continues to attract and retain young investors like Solomon who are turned off by traditional brokerages and money management.

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Solomon says she is not embarrassed or ashamed to admit that she had depression and she wants other young women to be able to speak out more about this illness and receive the support and advice they need.

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