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Hey, I too have only mac computers and have no intensions on buying a PC anytime soon. So here is what I have done. For Forex Trading: I am using MBTrading MT4 via parallel For Futures & Options: I use optionsXpress Xtend Xtend runs on mac and has been running very smooth. No...

Hi, I am a noob FX trader and would like to know about the top high frequency trading firms dealing in FX. I would like to work my way up to join one of the top FX firms and would like some guidance as to where to start, what to learn and how to get that dream HFT job. Thanking you Priyank...

Thanks for your reply. I understand that you have to have declared yourself to benefit from the traders status. How do I do that for next year ? For this year, since I just started trading sometime ago, what do I do about my profits ? I am making about 20% on my capital in December

Hi, I have recently started trading forex under my own personal account. I need help with my tax planning. Currently forex trading is my only source of income. I plan to join a prop firm in Feb 2012 but for 2011 taxes I need help with a software / CPA who could help me file my taxes. I...

I have been using a magicjack for over 2 years. Infact last year I bought one for my parents in India too and we talk everyday on it for free without any problems. Yes ofcourse there are days where the connection is bad but I have noticed its on days the internet connection is showing latency...

I had a few questions regarding trading FX ... 1) How does one trade on CME FX futures. Brokers like FXCM and Forex.com are spot fx brokers right ? 2) Whats the advantages and disadvantages of trading spot fx and cme futures. 3) What is the costing ? Thanks Priyank Nevatia

Thanks for the link. But if I buy this and then buy 2 monitors for $220 - $240 I come very close to $900 ... I researched on newegg.com and microcenter and can build a better config computer for $950 - $1000

I was going through newegg.com and microcenter.com and it seems I can build a decent quad core + 8GB Ram + 80GB SSD + 2 21 inch monitors for under $1000. I might visit microcenter tomorrow and have them assemble the PC for me for $49 ;o)

I read a very detailed thread of building your own trading computer on elitetrader and it sounded interesting. However I am worried about troubleshooting ... I am good with computers but dont have the time and patience to sit and figure it all out by myself. Specially BIOS and CPU cooling. I...

Hello Everyone, After carefully evaluating my options, I have decided to go hunting for a trading desktop with multiple monitors. My budget is quite small ($1000) so I am asking all you fellow elitetrader members to help me find / build a trading desktop within my budget. Any help is much...

Thanks for your reply. What you are facing right now is what I was worried about. So here is my next question. Should I invest $1500 - $2000 in a good trading computer with multiple monitors or spend $700 - $1000 buying a regular PC to start with and then recycle and buy the trading...

Hi, I currently have a iMac and Macbook Pro. I am starting to trade currencies and unfortunately the software is only for Windows. So should I buy a Windows 7 License and use Parallel on my iMac or should I buy a dedicated windows PC / laptop for my currency trading. I am currently looking...

Hi, I am looking to understand how to trade stock futures in USA. I used to trade stock futures in India and know all about the risks associated with trading stock futures. What I wanna know is the following. 1) Where can I trade stock futures (example APPL, GOOG) 2) What are the lot...

Do prop traders joining a Finra registered firm need to give S56 before going live. Also does a prop trader have a choice between S56 and S7

So, I am new to prop trading and have recently did the paperwork for a prop trading firm in Chicago. I was asked to pass Series 7 and / or Series 55. I wanted to know that with the introduction of Series 56 now ... What do I have to do ... Options: 1) Pass Series 7 and Series 55 and then...

Can anyone please tell me about such prop firms in Chicago. I have recently moved to Chicago from India and am looking to be part of a prop trading firm. To start with I dont mind working for a salary and then move on to profit spilt. I have 4 years of trading experience in indian equities and...

I would like to understand the different charges and commissions charged by prop firms. I would like to know how commission works ? So if I buy 1000 shares of X at $1 and sell it at $1.5 My gain is 0.5 * 1000 = $500 Cost = $5 per 1000 shares So net profit = $ 495 ???? I buy 1000 shares...