Recent content by Arcap

I'm not sure about seasoned, but on a relative basis I have gone through quite a bit of trail and error with this from both a trading and clearing perspective over the last couple years. As far as trading access, IB is pretty much it from a retail avenue. MF Global has access, but that is...

To all that have kicked in their input/thoughts both here and via PM, it is much appreciated! This has definitely given me a number of things to consider and rang a few bells. THX-

That was my line of thinking...albeit without the level of detail. Very interesting. Thanks for the advice, this is very helpful.

Sorry, that was not very clear. I have been paranoid due to a level of price competition in front of me that was previously not as intense. I went on one stretch in July where I missed 4-5 trades over a two week period by a total of .75 on the ES. Two traded at my price without a fill (I...

Anybody out there have any useful input (read ridicule) on how to slowly gravitate from a discretionary trader with systematic guidelines into a more systematic nature...without having that feeling that you have just pulled your pants down to the world revealing 15 years of work in blueprint...

And a firing squad of taxpayers chosen by lottery to take care of the old ones........

No problem, I'm glad it helps. I would have to really advise a great deal of caution on the 2x and 3x ETF vehicles. At a minimum, make sure you know how they function in great detail. I don't claim to know the exact nature of how they function, but I am assuming many use either options...

I'm not sure how this list stacks up against others, but it worked for my basic needs. I hope it helps. It looks like MBB is one option. Good luck- http://www.morpheustrading.com/roundup.pdf