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Forum: Platforms and Indicators March 19th, 2013, 08:15 AM
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Views: 12,847
Posted By Third Base
I for one think the platform has come a long way...

I for one think the platform has come a long way and is highly configurable which suits my needs. Take some time, play around with the paper trader and figure out what works best. I've got my...
Forum: Brokers January 2nd, 2013, 09:23 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,769
Posted By Third Base
You must be asking the wrong question or are...

You must be asking the wrong question or are asking to deposit securities that aren't marginable. Think about it, if you deposit a security that offers 50% margin, you would be able to withdraw cash...
Forum: Brokers December 31st, 2012, 06:03 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,769
Posted By Third Base
Are you sure? You deposit a stock. Reg T margin...

Are you sure? You deposit a stock. Reg T margin is 50%. You trade the futures off of the excess cash and if flat by day on the futures side you should probably avoid any interest as well.
Forum: Brokers December 28th, 2012, 07:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,769
Posted By Third Base
IB, Fidelity, not sure about Schwab ?

IB, Fidelity, not sure about Schwab ?
Forum: Brokers December 28th, 2012, 07:48 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 9,815
Posted By Third Base
I just did your homework. I went to the IB site...

I just did your homework. I went to the IB site and typed "Friends and Family" in the search box and it says:

Accounts are geared towards professional/active traders and investors; therefore we...
Forum: Brokers December 17th, 2012, 07:29 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 74,967
Posted By Third Base
All good points. A couple of items to mention...

All good points. A couple of items to mention though. You shouldn't compare MF to IB. MF's prop trading was in the entity as the brokerage. IB brokerage has stated they don't trade prop and list...
Forum: Brokers December 15th, 2012, 07:46 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 74,967
Posted By Third Base
The distinction on data is charting vs trading. ...

The distinction on data is charting vs trading. IB data is great for trading. I'm not a tick by tick charting type of guy so I can't comment on that. But if you read the thread, most are not...
Forum: Brokers December 15th, 2012, 09:27 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 74,967
Posted By Third Base
I've read through this thread and as a long time...

I've read through this thread and as a long time user of IB there I am well versed with the software and the firm. There are many misperceptions here that I'll try to discuss.

First, data: the...
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