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Stock Brokers - The Benefits of Using Them
I should begin this by saying that stock brokers are expensive. However, if you are new to the world of investing and find the terminology, expenses, fees, and process the least bit confusing it is best to utilize the services of a stock broker that is going to work with you every [...]
Continue reading...What Are Bonds
Friday, August 15, 2008
Have you ever borrowed money? Of course you have! Whether we hit our parents up for a few bucks to buy candy as children or asked the bank for a mortgage , most of us have borrowed money at some point in our lives. Just as people need money, so do companies and governments. [...]
Continue reading...What is Day Trading?
Friday, August 15, 2008
They buy and sell several times a day, the exchange volumes are very high, and therefore receive daily big discounts of the brokerage. Day traders focus solely on the dynamics and trends. They are more patient and wait for a ride on the strong who can move that day. Many day traders sell their positions [...]
Continue reading...Margin Trading Basics
Friday, August 15, 2008
Definition of Margin Trading Margin trading is when you borrow additional funds from your broker for trading. Each broker has their own margin trading requirements which is dependent upon a number of factors, such as the volatility of the stock, account size, etc. In order to trade on margin, you will need an [...]
Continue reading...What are Premium Bonds?
Friday, August 15, 2008
The premium bond is something unique to the United Kingdom. Generally, a normal bond is a debt security, similar to an I.O.U. When you purchase a bond, you are lending money to a government, municipality, corporation, federal agency or other entity known as the issuer. In return for the loan, the issuer promises [...]
Continue reading...Understanding Bonds
Thursday, August 14, 2008
There are certain things you must understand about bonds before you start investing in them. Not understanding these things may cause you to purchase the wrong bonds, at the wrong maturity date. The three most important things that must be considered when purchasing a bond include the par value, the maturity date, and [...]
Continue reading...Day Trading 101
Thursday, August 14, 2008
A successful day trader or share market trading requires couple of disciplines and following requirements - 1) PC with internet - If you need to do it yourself then you need to have a PC or else you can do it in internet café also. A PC with good internet connection speed. The internet connection should [...]
Continue reading...Why Buy Stocks on Margin?
Thursday, August 14, 2008
Buying on margin means that you are buying your stocks with borrowed money. If you are buying stocks outright, you pay $5,000 for 100 shares of a stock that costs $50 a share. They are yours. You’ve paid for them free and clear. But when you buy on margin, you are borrowing the money [...]
Continue reading...Can Non-British Purchase Premium Bonds?
Thursday, August 14, 2008
Premium bonds is the most unique way of saving money in Great Britain . In increments from a hundred pounds to up to thirty thousand pounds, the government will secure your money. The government will use your money for civil projects and in return, the bond numbers on your bonds will be put [...]
Continue reading...Day Trading Pros and Cons
Wednesday, August 13, 2008
Day Trading Buying and selling of shares on daily basis is called day trading. This is also called as Intra day trading. Whatever you buy today you have to sell it today OR whatever you sell today you have to buy it today and very importantly during market hours. Advantages of Day Trading a) Margin trading [...]
Continue reading...The Leveraging Power of Margin
Wednesday, August 13, 2008
Buying on margin can be an extremely powerful method that can help you leverage your money when trading in the stock market. Let me ask you a simple question. You want to make $100. Would it be easier to make $100 from $500 or $1000? Definitely $1000. If you make $100 from $500 [...]
Continue reading...Understanding the Risks of Margin Trading
Tuesday, August 12, 2008
The growth in the number and size of margin accounts for stocks especially among day traders suggests that many people foolishly neglect these simple truths. From 1996 to 1999, margin debt rose nearly fivefold at on-line brokerage firms and doubled among NYSE member firms. During the decade of the 1990s, margin debt [...]
Continue reading...Common Day Trading Mistakes You Should Avoid
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
The rewards for day trading can be great and the prospects of getting rich fast is tempting. But as with all things related to a fast buck, the risks are great too. To minimize your risks and to maximize your opportunity of making money through day trading, here are some common mistakes of day trading [...]
Continue reading...Different Types of Bonds
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
Investing in bonds is very safe, and the returns are usually very good. There are four basic types of bonds available and they are sold through the Government, through corporations, state and local governments, and foreign governments. The greatest thing about bonds is that you will get your initial investment back. This [...]
Continue reading...Bizarre Trivia about Premium Bonds
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
Premium bonds marked their fiftieth anniversary in November 2006. They have been the most popular form of investment in British history. Premium bonds are bought and kept by over 40% of Great Britain’s populations. Where traditional investments yield a small return over time, premium bonds yield no return at all but give the [...]
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Monday, August 18, 2008
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