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I would say the pairs trading stopped my failing and gave me the ability to float. I have the tools to be successful. The lack of overall success is trying on my personal life. I am very fortunate to have great people in my life. All have stood by my side during this and continue to do so...

I will just make it as quick down and dirty as possible: here is the Currently 43K in risk cap, total contributed 70k High 64k - just 2 months ago (carried a little too much size, got ahead of myself and had to learn the hard way another lesson) Low 13k Currently in a large...

It is October 14th, 2006 and have just celebrated being a trader for two years. It has been an amazing journey. Hard to believe, I have been back in Indiana, trading remote for 1 1/2 years now. I love it. Am I wealthy yet? No! Am I financially independent yet? Nope! But, I am on my way...

James, I am paid through a K-1

I currently work for a prop firm, so I am technically self employed. I am using a HSA in combination with a high deductible policy for coverage. I would like to switch to a HMO or PPO format, but the costs are outrageous. Questions: How have others addressed this issue? (I am single...

I am still here and still trading. It has been rough, but I have been profitable for the 3 of the last 4 months. Not hugely profitable, but profitable. Pair trading has definitely been the difference. I will try to keep everyone posted.

Well, I am still here and plugging along, climbing the learning curve. I did cross a major milestone last week, I survived my first full year of trading. But, not unscathed. I had to apply much more risk capital than I ever expected. This year has been incredible. I am definitely convinced...

Overall I am still down from when I started in September 2004, but the last few months I have leveled out and started to make money on a regular basis.

It has been awhile, just wanted to give a quick update. I am still trading and doing better. I have am still getting accustomed to pair trading. Rob, up in Vancouver, has made all of the difference in the world. I am still very busy with school and trading. I will keep you updated.

I am still alive and trading. As always, I am short on time, trading full time and going to school. The struggle is continuing, I am in my 8 month of trading and still searching for consistency. The pair trading outfit of Bright is top-notch and has really helped. I am making progress...

I am still continuing my journey. It has been difficult to say the least. My draw drawn reached almost 75%. Trading is definitely not for the weak of heart. Make sure your are committed to this or it will eat you alive. That being said, I have found my niche. It is pair trading. It fits...

My training ended the middle of November. The biggest problem I have found is execution. Fighting my own demons and doing the right thing. I have read several books on the psychology of trading, but there is no substitute for actually doing it. Bright has given me a gameplan to...

I am still alive and well in Las Vegas. Sorry, for the huge lapse between posts. I am still trading at Bright. It has been difficult to say the least, but they are helping me. I would have self destructed by now without their guidance. I will try to keep up this post. I have a manual...

Well, I have survived my first month of trading fill-time. Survived, but not unscathed. It has been much harder than I thought. My biggest enemy to date is myself. My thinking is flawed. I still default to thinking like an investor rather than a trader. I have much to learn. It will...

It is done. I have completed my first week with Bright Trading. The next hurdle is Boot Camp. My Boot Camp training will start Bright and early Monday morning. After one week here are my thoughts: These guys are definitely the real deal. I am impressed. The owners of the firm and the...

Well, I did it. Completed my 8 weeks of hell at my former job. Vegas here I come. I will be leaving Saturday, taking a nice leisurely drive west. :cool:

Thanks for the link. Very cool.

Thanks for the link

Are there any books or sources that offer the best advice for building a custom computer system to trade from home? I need help with monitors and everything. For now I will just keep reading here.

You are correct. It is only my perception that Bright is an industry leader, because it meets my criteria.