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one more comment for you birddog, Don's correct about security blanket. I know what you're talking about. I was F/X trading for big firm, but I didn't care about the money. I love trading. I also have no mortgage, no wife and no kids (i'm still young ). I would rather trade and make $30k per...

don't drop out of school, get an education...someday you may need it. As for books and 'studying', that may help but you can only experience it to know for sure. Even trading 100 share lots at a time to get the feel of actual trading. I know, you lack the funds to open an account. That is...

in the end of all this talk is that there are several investors who he "helps" trade. There is no way to do this at a firm prop. trading. the only real alternative is to form a hedge fund, or stop "helping" them. It really is as simple as that. As for information, the main problem is those...

:confused: I've read a lot of things from a lot of people. But who would you guys say is the best software provider for a high volume Nasdaq trader with T1 line from off-site location. In terms of execution speed, reliability, then followed by price. Thanks

the only time one should really want a manager would be for an offshore hedge fund that will generate returns and protect assets. It's a product the sells itself ;)

I'm not one to bad mouth people, but Swifttrade is not recommended in my opinion. Yes they have no competitiion, but the real problem is their technology sucks!! I worked there very shortly. Once they've gotten more than 15 or 20 guys on the system it freazes and crashes all the time...and...

But you guys require capital upfront. That's what I lack. I'm looking to be "hired" and trade the firms capital completely. You know, I understand a firm needs some security to ensure that the person will stay. What about if I accumulate a "buffer" zone from my profits that you can hold onto...

How hard is it for a Canadian to come become a prop trader for a US firm? I'm willing to move to any location. I have extensive day-trading training and experience. Just lacking a lot of money to start on my own. Any firms willing to hire me, let me know...