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May 13 2008

Unrealistic Trading Expectations

badI've shared this thought before and I'll share it again, especially after seeing the banner ad to the right on a website recently.

Many traders who get into trading nowadays expect so much, yet are willing to invest so little.

As a wise man once told me, "If you make a minimum investment, expect a minimum return."

Trading is not for everyone, and it's especially not for those who are seeking to open an account for the minimum (usually around $300, in the case above $100, and I've seen a minimum as low as $10!!!), and expect to start making thousands in a few months.

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al

05/13/2008 01:29PM

My one comment to this would be, it's OK to have a small account as long as you have a long-term view of it like I've had. There's no supersized expectations, and to me the important thing is consistent gains.
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Joanne S.

05/13/2008 10:45PM

I have not opened an account with less than $10,000. I agree with the minimum philosophy. I just think it's people's expectations that get too out of control.

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