Futures Trading Brokers and Trading Software

[pshinspections]

Brownsfan,

Thanks for posting the link for Proactive Futures. I had not heard of them before I saw your post. I have one account there and was previously with Interactive Brokers. PF's margin requirements are superior to IB ($500 vs. $4250) for the ER2, and compounding my account has since taken new strides after eliminating the unneccesary margin requirement at IB.

A word to newbies, lower margins may not be for you. It depends on your trading style. If you're just learning the ropes, I would not advise you to leverage yourself to this extreme. Word to the wise.

[Sparrow]

Hi,

I've been recommended Lotus Brokerage and Cadent financial by dynamites
But I can't say if they are any good because I haven't checked them out myself. Might give 'em a try somewhen though.

Cheers

[Soultrader]

If you havent used the Infinity AT yet, I highly recommend it. Try downloading their demo platform here.

If you want info on commision and margin rates, please feel free to pm me.

[brownsfan019]

Currently I would recommend Open ECry as the best option available on the futures markets. With a free but incredible platform, great rates and margin levels, it's hard to beat.

[MC]

I'm stuck between OEC since I love their chart trading.

OR---

IB with quotetrader software as a free platform.

OR---

Infinity AT and Tradestation for charting. I love TS charting and would have to throw them 10 trades per month.

I really like the OEC setup but then I'm stuck in the same boat as Tradestation and can only trade futures. I do like with IB that I can have a universal account and trade equities as well as futures with one account.

I'm going to be leaving Tradestation this month so I can start the new year fresh so I'll be doing some heavy research.

[mister ed]

	Quote:	brownsfan019
	Currently I would recommend Open ECry as the best option available on the futures markets. With a free but incredible platform, great rates and margin levels, it's hard to beat.

Can I add the experiences I have had with Open Ecry support, both technical and general have been very positive. Have not had to use the support much, but each time I have had a quick response, very professional.

I opened an account with them based on your recommendations BrownsFan...thank-you.

[brownsfan019]

	Quote:	mister ed
	Can I add the experiences I have had with Open Ecry support, both technical and general have been very positive. Have not had to use the support much, but each time I have had a quick response, very professional. I opened an account with them based on your recommendations BrownsFan...thank-you.

No prob Mr. Ed!!

Glad to be of assistance.

[pshinspections]

Thank you for the leads to the different brokerages. I will stay at Proactive for now, unless their spreads become out-of-line (I still maintain accounts at previous favorites IB and Scottrades to compare spreads). PF's margins really make them the best choice for my leveraged trading profile.

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	Quote:	mcichocki_
	I'm stuck between OEC since I love their chart trading. OR--- IB with quotetrader software as a free platform. OR--- Infinity AT and Tradestation for charting. I love TS charting and would have to throw them 10 trades per month. I really like the OEC setup but then I'm stuck in the same boat as Tradestation and can only trade futures. I do like with IB that I can have a universal account and trade equities as well as futures with one account. I'm going to be leaving Tradestation this month so I can start the new year fresh so I'll be doing some heavy research.

Keep us abreast of your research findings...