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    Transition to futures trading

    Hello, I would recommend trading the Micros Eminis, they are getting a lot of volume and a lower margin request. For trading platforms I would recommend: -Efutures International: https://www.e-futures.com/futures-trading-software.php -Sierra Charts: https://www.sierrachart.com/ -ThinkorSwim...
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    Hi there

    Take a look into emini futures. Emini S&P 500, has a lot of volume and volatility. It is good for day trading. You can go long or short. Do your DD on it to see if it is your fit. Good luck.
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    Looking for online broker

    If you need to check a futures broker you can go to: https://www.nfa.futures.org/basicnet/
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    Trading style - name?

    Tomorton is right. If a large move does not accour then you are in trouble.
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    What's the best futures broker to use?

    For futures trading look into www.cannontrading.com
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    Open $2000 Futures Account?

    Try contacting cannontrading (https://www.cannontrading.com/). They are focus on trading futures. As for starting capital, please make sure you are well capitalized to trade futures. It will give you some room to survive drawdown periods.
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    Day trading the stock market with a full time job? ...or Swing trade? Please help!

    Yes, you are right. This can be a problem. Finding the right time frame for day trading could fix this situation. For day trading, it is best to trade 1 o 2 times a day finding the setups with the best odds.
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    Need advice on choosing a broker

    I am not into penny shares but If you ever consider trading futures take a look at cannontrading. There are some good comments about them. Please do your own DD before making your move.
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    Should i try day trading?

    You are welcome.
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    Paper trading 2 months - f/time or just evenings?

    Hi, AlexTagr is right. Trading with real money is a different ball game. It is the ultimate test for your to control your emotions.
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    "A student in need of charity!"

    The foundation of day trading is learning the art of reading market price action and volume. Focus on trading just one instrument while you learn and read the law of supply and demand. This is the basic. Please do that first if you have any question you can come back here with more question. I...
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    How much capital do you need to trade full time?

    Why not?. The markets are free to be played as everyone wishes to fit their best interest. Regarding my figure as I said before, it is not a fixed number. It may vary depending on what you trade (volatility, performance bond, etc), how big you trade it, your trading style and most important...
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    How much capital do you need to trade full time?

    My number to start trading the emini S&P 500 considering all details already mentioned including (trade as a business and make money, whilst paying for market data and pay your bills) is US$ 100.000 (minimum). This is my personal figure.
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    Newbie Looking for Advice on Brokers

    If you consider futures trading please do your own DD on cannontrading
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    Trade2win saved my A$$ets!... now I need help with buying

    Take it slow. Patience, develop your own day trading method based on price and volume. This is the core of any trading. Also develop your risk managment system, this is a must to keep you alive day trading. I Wish you all the best.
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