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I think options on exchange-traded futures are also 60/40. I am not sure though. Check the Green's trader tax presentation for additional info: http://mediasrv1.cbot.com/02062007_green

I don't have a good experience with the County Clerks in NYC office either. They are slow and don't know much. So, I think you need to have a counter argument before you go there again. In regard to registration (series 7), it depends whether you trade equity or futures. I am not sure about the...

I lived in Ann Arbor(MI), Arlington(VA), Georgetown(DC), Chicago and ended up in NYC. Definitely agree with all these suggestions. NYC is more expensive but not having a car and walking everywhere is a bless. Chicago is also very nice if you don't mind the cold. DC area's summer is hot and...

The problem with globex backfill seems to be resolved. Apparently IB got new servers over the weekend. Do you guys also see improvements?

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IB TWS has this capability. You can also modify your stop and limit orders real time and on the chart without typing anything. Look at their webinars (TWS Charts, I think!) http://www.interactivebrokers.com/en/general/education/priorWebinars.php?ib_entity=llc

You may find your answer in this CBOT seminar by Robert Green: http://mediasrv1.cbot.com/02062007_green

I just check the current API UG: http://www.interactivebrokers.com/php/apiUsersGuide/apiguide.htm You should be able to do what you want by extending the C++ API's reqMktDepth, reqMktData, etc. You have some programming to do but I think it's doable.

You should be able to subscribe to real time tick data for all 500 (given the sufficient system and stream processing resources at your end). But last time I check (<1yr ago), you could only receive front bid/ask sizes and levels, but I don't remember seeing book depth at the tick level. I'd...

Not sure about CTCI interface but I know IB API currently supports live bar subscription but that's only available in 5sec time frames. You may be able to subscribe for 1sec tick data but you need to process/parse the incoming stream at your end. BTW, forget about using IB historical data back...

Experiencing the same problem. ECBOT backfill (YM/ZB) better. Globex backfill (NQ/ES) is a hit or miss even after market closes. The time interval of 10sec in the historical data queries adds to the frustration.

I agree. Here are several ways you can come up with a realistic number of contracts per capital: 1) it is better not to bet more than 2% of your capital on any trade. For a stop loss of 2 ES-point you need (2*$50)/0.02=5k per contract. 2) another way is by using a daily risk limit of e.g...

I only use IB and have the same problem. Intraday backfill calls fail frequently...frustrating! GLOBEX seems to be worse than ECBOT specially when trading activities are high.

This is because it's developed by German developers. You set the language during installation.

I recently found a fantastic and free utility which I'd like to share with you guys. This utility creates multiple virtual desktops for you (regardless of how many LCD display you may have). So, you can significantly increase your desktop real estate without buying more LCD panels. Personally...

RC, I am not sure about all the various flags in kiwi_trader's command but I was able to launch TWS using it. However, I've to wait until Monday to see its proper working and performance. This is what I did to make is work. Assuming your TWS directory is C:\jts: 1) make sure java JDK is...

I am no longer there and I will never go back to working for any bank for all the reasons mentioned above.

I used to be. But the system was inefficient and bureaucratic. So, I decided not to be a corporate guy last year and gone solo. I know exactly how you feel.

Totally agree with Rosy's points on being smart and from a top school. Although small schools produce many great talents, the hiring process on the Street is biased toward top schools. My advice, is to get a finance degree from a top school with good career center and possibly an internship...

As career trader, the salary you get is just enough to pay your bills. For example ~100K in NYC. If you and/or the desk you work with make(s) money, you get a bonus somewhere between 8-12% of the profit you generated. Bonuses are paid annually around Jan/Feb. So, you need to wait to see your...