Actually, it is because of the statistics from the past years that caught my attention.
After factoring in dividend payments from the Dow, you actually had a positive return even after factoring in the Great Recession.
I understand the concept of doubling down (magnify gains AND losses) -...
So forget all the complex trading methodology / strategies...
Why not keep it simple?
Let's say I'm using a margin Interactive Broker account - Interest rate of 1.62% (as of posting).
I start off with $100,000, leverage myself 1.75:1, and purchase $175,000 worth of securities with 5%...