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Binary Options – Scam or Legit?

July 22, 2015 3 Comments

Compared to most other investment types, binary options are a relatively new retail investment vehicle; and as with most new things, there are several questions revolving around the concept. One of the most pressing questions is, “Is binary options a scam or an investment opportunity with real potential?”.

Today, we’ll discuss what binary options trading is and how it works. We’ll also take a look at why some consider it a scam and whether or not it really has any potential to be a profitable investment vehicle. So, let’s get right to it, the truth about binary options trading.

First thing first. I never did a binary options trading. Partly because it’s risky to my appetite and partly because I am not much confident to start without researching to my satisfaction. This is a result of the research I carried out so far.

How To Improve Your Forex Trading Return

July 12, 2015 Leave a Comment

Everyone in the Forex trading game, whether a newbie or a seasoned trader, wants to take their trading performance to the next level. Luckily, the secret to improving your Forex trading is as easy as learning how to trade well at Forex. Here are 5 ways you can improve your Forex trading.

1. Avoid Over-trading

Most newbies in Forex trading are so excited and emotional that they end up over-trading. Even though you want to do as much as possible to optimize your profits, you have to keep your trading frequency in check. Every trading decision should be deliberate, well-researched, and properly justified. In general, consider a trade setup’s probability of success before executing it.

A good rule of the thumb is to be sure that the trade you about to enter has a better chance of success than failure, otherwise called the risk-reward payoff. If you stand to gain very little at a very high risk, stay off the market, your impatience notwithstanding.

Few Obvious Trading Mistakes to Avoid

July 1, 2015 8 Comments

Every time we see a plunge in the stock market, we feel the need to buy stocks. At least I do. The recent pull back encouraged me to buy a few stocks. As long as you buy stocks for investment, i.e. you hold on to it, it’s fine. In fact , to me, every slump is an opportunity for investment in stock market. But, when you try to trade in stocks then there are some precautions you must take.

Stock Trading

Before reading rest of the article, do keep in mind that trading is a risky venture. I strongly discourage people who are in debt from in form of trading. As a rule of thumb, if you can’t generate enough saving to pay off your dues, you should’t spend any money in trading. In fact, at time, trading becomes as risky as gambling. especially when you day trade based on speculation alone.

Letting Experts Manage Your Investment Dollars- A Case for Funds

February 25, 2015 Leave a Comment

I was once an avid self-investor. I used to be the investment advisor for my colleagues. I was successful at it, till I compared my return with that of some mutual funds I bought on the side. It was a pleasant awakening; I was nowhere close to their performance. Then came 2008 when I watched my investments in Washington Mutual bank stocks disappear within few minutes, in front of my eyes!

Trading via Funds

It didn’t take it long to realize I was not a great expert in stock picking. Fund managers were far better. Since then all of my new investments have been either in Mutual Funds or in Exchange Traded Funds. Not only these two, there’s another kind of fund that is still out of my reach, for not having enough investible asset, the Hedge Funds.

The Advantages of Binary Option Trading

February 15, 2015 Leave a Comment

Like most people, you may be skeptical when you hear about the supposed benefits of binary option trading. Every form of trading has its proponents and the ones who prefer binary options tend to be very loud and passionate, which means many people are quick to think that it’s a bunch of hype. Make no mistake: binary option trading is nothing to rush into. However, for those who take their time learning how this method works, it can offer the following advantages.

High Returns

We’ll talk more about this in a minute, but trading options definitely comes with its fair share of risks. Fortunately, it’s also very generous with its rewards. Pulling in a winning option can net you up to 90% of your investment. Even something like Forex typically doesn’t get higher than 10%. It’s hard not to get excited about this kind of potential.

(See Also – 3 Trading Mistakes to Correct 2015)

Precautions before You Trade in Penny Stocks

October 13, 2014 9 Comments

Trading penny stocks is considered a risky business for many and there are reasons why this is true and reasons why it is still a good option for making money. Experts define penny stocks as company shares below $5 each. Even though beginners start trading with these cheap stocks, they experience the volatility and risk immediately. However, before you start investing, take heed of these common precautions to start trading in a prudent and reasonable way.

Penny Stocks

Trading in itself is a risky proposition, trading in penny stocks is more so. Low liquidity, dependence on momentum and manipulative nature makes penny stock trading a riskier option than normal stock trading on stock exchanges through your broker.

How To Trade In Penny Stocks For Profits – a Reality

September 15, 2014 1 Comment

Penny stocks are shares of companies trading below $5. They have market caps of under $200 M and compared to typical stock, come with their higher share of risk. But that is not to say that they don’t have an allure. Penny stocks promise a big return for a small amount of investment. That’s why experienced traders and investors have penny stock trading in their portfolio.

Penny stocks, like any other business venture, demands the know-how. To make your penny stocks venture a profitable one, you need the wisdom of the trade. It will crucify you if you don’t. Here’s a good guide to picking and trading a potential penny stock.

Get Your Mindset Right for Successful Forex Trading

May 21, 2014 2 Comments

Forex trading is all about mind set. Setting your mind from stocks and in to Forex. A little bit of diversification helps, isn’t it? You may want to read my post – Can you Profit From Forex Trading? and Forex Trading or Stock Trading, where to expect higher return. In this post we will look in to the mind factor while trading Forex.

There are several paths towards successful trading in the financial markets, each one with its own blend of techniques, methodologies, and skills, and it is only natural that many people not involved with trading view it as an unreachable activity. The markets and the trader can be compared to the open ocean and a sailor.

4 Deadly Stock Trading Mistakes to Avoid

October 2, 2013 21 Comments

To date, my biggest stock trading mistake was to put all eggs in one basket, meaning I invested in a single company again and again, Washington Mutual to be particular, while the price was falling down. When the WaMu was declared bankrupt I had a major loss. I attribute the loss to speculation and over confidence – too big to fail confidence. I had a dream of being rich with WaMu shares, one day!

Although practically everyone who decides to start trading goes in with dreams of success, there are plenty of common mistakes that traders of all levels make. Discover these four deadly stock trading mistakes to make sure you know what not to do when trading to increase your chances of success.

Setting your Mind Before starting with Online Stock Trading

September 20, 2013 4 Comments

If I say finance is pretty much a mind game, would you agree? You are financially as fit as you manage the balance between your income and spending. Your future will also depend on how well you manage risk to get higher return of your investment. Saving the money in retirement account or going for an expensive vacation is all about mind game. Similarly buying individual stock vs. buying index fund is also a mind game.

So, when you start with online stock trading, how well you’ll perform depends on how well you play this mind game. Resisting temptation to buy one particular stock, which may be a risky decision, is a difficult mind battle you’ll have to win. One of my biggest financial mistake was to repeatedly invest in a falling stock, which ultimately went for bankruptcy.

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Binary Options – Scam or Legit?

How To Improve Your Forex Trading Return

1. Avoid Over-trading

Few Obvious Trading Mistakes to Avoid

Letting Experts Manage Your Investment Dollars- A Case for Funds

The Advantages of Binary Option Trading

High Returns

Precautions before You Trade in Penny Stocks

How To Trade In Penny Stocks For Profits – a Reality

Get Your Mindset Right for Successful Forex Trading

4 Deadly Stock Trading Mistakes to Avoid

Setting your Mind Before starting with Online Stock Trading

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