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Robert2617
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I like the layout but the forum "newpost" indicators are not very good. I mean I like the images such as
but I find myself avoiding even looking because it is not clear whether there is a new post or not. They are cute but not very functional. A fix would be to have the background be green if new posts have been made.Maybe something like this:
If you don't feel like changing, the "Latest Forum Activity" should be moved to the top so people can go straight to the new posts.
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MrPaul, you mentioned e-mini futures. Would you mind elaborating on this comment?
Have you looked into e mini day trading at all? They do offer advantages over stocks.
I am interested ever since you talked about e-mini's in another thread. I think it would be good for me, MPBigley and other new traders to understand the differences; the pros and cons. Thanks...
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I think you are talking about a laptop because you mentioned a charger. If that is the case, you should take it down to your local computer shop. If they are like most local shops, they have a "laptop specialist" that comes around every few days. That guy may be able to solder the charger back onto the motherboard. That is what I would do.
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After reading the emini beginners guide here, it appears it may be a little over my head right now. I can see where there would be many more factors effecting strategy. I'm on a sharp curve on stocks right now and don't want to confuse myself at the moment. I will however, slowly start to read-up on this to familiarize myself.
I do appreciate being alerted to this. Thank you.
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Could you tell me a little about them. I've only ever traded stocks so I know absolutely nothing about them. I'm finding out that the trading universe is HUGE. Every time I learn something, it leads to something else. A vicious, wonderful cycle.
::EDIT:: OK, Now I have found the EMini forum! that should get me on the right tract.
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Hmm, that sounds good. I will definately consider that. You've peaked my interest. Thanks...
I guess I need to go investigate.
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Robert,Are you referring to the pivots? If so, I use an indicator developed by Ant from our forums. The indicator can be found in the custom indicator forum.
Will do. I'll go look it up now. I really appreciate you making these videos. It's an invaluable learning tool. I'm working my way through them. Keep up the good job.
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Thank you for taping this. This is good stuff. BTW, while watching your video, I realized that you could use TRO's Gridiron Indicator. It is setup to trade exactly similar to what you are doing. Found here: kreslik.com - Traders Community :: View topic - TRO FX GRIDIRON
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On average, not even one. I'm just learning. I've been using ScotTrade but just got approved by TS to get going on their platform. I'm sure I will trade more but I have to watch out not to do 4 round trips within a five day period.
Pattern Day Trading Accounts: Based on NASD and NYSE day trading rules, any account that places 4 day-trades in a 5 trading day period is permanently deemed to be a “Pattern Day Trading†account. Pattern Day Trading Accounts must maintain a minimum daily equity balance of US $25,000. If the account balance falls below $25,000, trading is restricted to closing transactions only until the account balance is increased to $25,000.
I don't have that much money, yet. My plan is to learn the ropes while I slowly build up my account. I've had some luck trading and have a better than average understanding of what's going on but still have a long way to go.
My first goal is to learn to choose winning trades consistantly with 100-300 shares or so with stocks from $2-$10. Next would be to average more than 5000 shares traded in a 1 month period so that the TS platform fees would be eliminated.
If I can get over those hurdles, I should be able to build my account up pretty quick and will jump in with both feet. My focus now is carefully learning as much as I can and have successful trades. Once I able to do that I will worry about the money.
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I don't mind doing it at all if you want to use them. Using black and blue will actually be easier because only half the number of icons would need to be made.
Scratch that. After looking at the board, I notice that in the "Trading Methodologies " and "Financial Markets" sections use light blue for "no new posts" and orange/yellow for having new posts. In order to match, you may want to use those colors instead... Or, black and blue. Either way as long as a person can tell the difference. Matching would be nice though. Which would you prefer?