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Did any Echo traders have problems with quotes near the close today? Echo tells me there were no technical problems today, but I had frozen quotes quite a bit this afternoon. I've tested my computers and internet connection and they are OK. Just curious. In general, echo has been doing an...

i don't see how this well help anyone much since the most popular ETFs are traded on AMEX. Agree ECNs are the way to go for QQQ.

I've got it and can't wait to read it. Writers generally don't get rich on trading books. Dave Landry went into that a little on his thread. I think Vadym and Chris very likely have something terrific to contribute, and if you spend one day in their chatroom, it is apparent that they are...

Happy to report I had no technical problems during the past week. I also wanted to agree with the above quote. When Dan says he will take care of something, or says he will call you back, he ALWAYS does. He is just one of the many fine people with Echo who, overall, make it a great prop...

Echo, Andover/Assent and Bright come immediately to mind. Didn't mean to leave anyone out. I'm sure someone will complete the list for you. It seems that firms that offer a percentage payout are for the folks who don't want to trade their own capital, or don't have enough to get started. OK...

Highly recommend TC2000. Very inexpensive and worth its weight in gold. I have used it for 4 years and just bought a two year subscription.

Yeah, you could say I'm having consistent problems with it. I have quit using it altogether. I don't know if it is right to blame the predatorpro software, however, when its function is totally dependent on the data it is provided. I just can't evaluate the software when I can't get a days...

Took this quote from The "Don's Openings" thread. I really don't want to dump on Echo, because I really like the firm, but it's clear the problems are widespread. I haven't even mentioned the Predatorpro software that is referenced (Raven is part of it). I could start another thread on...

I've been with them just three months. I wanted to learn NYSE scalping and they are providing really terrific training, no complaints about that. I did notice that the data is supplied through Pax clearing, Echo's current clearing firm. I have often wondered if Pax is supplying this for...

I don't have an answer to this question, but have also been very disappointed with the Echo data feed at times. I have never traded with another prop firm, so I don't know how frequent these problems are with other firms. Still, over the past 5 trading days I have noticed the above problem as...

Read one study guide all the way through. Do several practice tests. Know settlement dates for all securities. Know bonds and options well. There are more than just a few questions on professional conduct and customer accounts, so know the SEC rules. You can't bring a drink, calculator...

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Give it to me. I'll take care of it! Honest!

You're right about futures, for some reason, they are viewed differently by the IRS, but I don't think declaring professional status gets you off the hook for stocks. Perhaps Mr. Green or one of the tax guys would like to reply?

One advantage of prop trading that I never see mentioned, is not having to account for each individual trade at tax time. Any highly active retail trader that hasn't found this to be a nightmare must have one hell of an accountant. Even with good software like Tradelog, it is next to...

Robert, Good to see you posting again! OVERtheLINE was a bit premature on your demise from the trading biz. I appreciate your unbiased comments and look forward to numerous posts from you again in the future. Glad to see Don B. posting on this thread as well. Both of you do a great job...

Try them and see what style you like best. Ben is like an auctioneer, and I prefer X-squawk because it's easier for me to hear the bid/offer clearly. I haven't noticed any difference in the background action.

Great post, TM Direct! Really enjoyed it! :D

It sounds like IB and thinkorswim are both good choices. I have had an account with Optionsxpress for about a year now and am extremely pleased with them. I have never had to call them about ANY problems. They give free subscriptions to great options services to their active customers. I...

WOW!!! Over 100% were profitable? Then how can I get in touch with Shill? Maybe I'm not giving them a fair shake. Your right, my first time around with Shill I blew out. Maybe now it would be a different story!