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Have a Plan, Work Your Plan

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The following article posted to DayTradeFEED.com was written by guest-author Matthew Poll via MatthewPoll.com.

Having a plan is crucial. In addition, how and if you work it is imperative. A plan by itself does nothing. There are millions of books and videos with plans in them that people never apply or have actual results around. What do we do around the plans we have and how we work them.

How to Plan for Success

I have 40 partners. I constantly see nothing being done without a plan. In addition, it’s always necessary to continually refocus efforts toward working what’s already in place. Some get lost in the noise of activity and time-fillers. These distractions can leave us puzzled as to why we’re not getting the results we’re seeking.

Steps for Creating Your Plan

The above training includes multiple steps…

#1: Write down everything you need to do in the same place. Great time managers always keep a to do list handy for jotting down action items, work tasks, project activities and other ideas. If you always keep adding to this list, you’ll know what needs are to be prioritized.

#2: Review tasks and prioritize at the same time each day. This is going to require a good calendar. Furthermore, this can be done any time of the day!

#3: Look at your list of appointments for the day and determine which are most important. Plan what you need for the important appointments so that you will have everything ready BEFORE the appointment starts. Be sure to implement step #1 (see above).

#4: Schedule your plan efficiently…..

To learn more about these steps, watch the training above!

About Matthew Poll

Matthew Poll, AKA Matt Poll, is an entrepreneur, investor and life coach based out of Silicon Slopes in Lehi, Utah. Furthermore, he is the CEO of GTF Day Trading, a company which he helped co-found in September of 2008.

Everything Forex Trading Part I of II

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The Foreign Exchange is also knows as currency trading, Forex, or simply FX. In Forex trading every currency worldwide is traded in a global market. With an average trading volume of $5 trillion per day, it is the most liquid and largest market. All stock markets combined don’t even come close to this number.

With such high volume of trading, you may find some great oportunities for yourself in the forex market.

A single USD on any given day could get you 1.1 CAD. The very next day this USD could get you 1.15 CAD. Small changes such can these might not seem like they’d make a difference, but when put on a large scale, the significance becomes apparent.

Lets use an example of a company who pays employees overseas. Imagine what currency exchange rate could do to the company’s bottom line. Lets say for example, they are exchanging one currency for another that is at a higher value. It would be beneficial for the company to make their trade on a day when the exchange rate is lower. If the company needed to exchange USD to CAD, using the example above, it would greatly benefit the company to make their exchange on the day where CAD is 1.1 rather than 1.15. Pennies will add up quick when on a large scale.

Like being a business owner or traveler, when trading forex, you will want to make trades with the knowledge of when exchange rates will change to receive a more favorable rate.

FOREIGN TRANSACTIONS

Foreign transactions in the market are similar to what you may have done if you’ve traveled abroad. A trip north across the border and you are converting USD into CAD. The exchange rate between the two currencies is based on supply and demand. This is what determines how many CAD you get for you USD and the rate of this exchange is constantly fluctuating.

OPPORTUNITIES IN FOREX: WHAT’S YOUR OPINION?

Like stocks, currencies are traded based on what is their assumed value and what direction that value is headed.

The big difference in forex vs stocks is that trading up is done as easily as trading down. Because the market is so large it is easy to find a buyer or seller for the currency you have your eye on. Based on what foreign news you hear, you can decide the value of certain currency and then buy or sell as you see fit.

If you hear news that will cause the CAD to lose value then you would sell your CAD against another currency. The more the CAD depreciates agains the currency you sell it against, the more profit you make. If the CAD begins to regain value then you begin to lose profit and should quickly get out of the trade.

Read more about how to buy and sell currency as well as information on trading on margin in Everything Forex Trading Part II…

Watch for these Forex Day Trading Mistakes

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Daytradefeed.com has put together 5 Forex Day Trading mistakes to watch for

Day Trading can be a very profitable business, but devastating losses are common if you don’t know what you are doing.

At Daytradefeed.com, we want you to make money day trading–not loose money. Watching for these 3 forex day trading mistakes will help you achieve success.

Averaging Down

Averaging down isn’t the ideal technique for day trading.

Lots of traders end up using the averaging down technique. Averaging down is not the ideal technique, but it can be easy to slip into.

The biggest issue is that when averaging down you are holding a losing position. This means you are possibly sacrificing time and money. Day Trading is such an ever moving process, that your money could be planted in a much better situation.

Another issue with Averaging down is that to you have to get a higher percentage on return to make up for any capital lost from the initial loss. For example, if you lose of our capital, you will have to get a return of 100% to break even. Maintaining these standards in unreasonable in the long run.

Averaging down will eventually end in a inevitably lead to a large loss. Market trends can remain in place longer than you can stay liquid. It is not worth taking the risk of Averaging Down.

Positioning Trades Too Early

Day Traders have to pay close attention to the news surrounding the market. Traders will become very familiar with what news will cause the market to move. It is impossible to know in advance however, exactly which direction the market will move.

 Volatility is a key factor for day traders, but which way will the market move? It is not wise to jump to conclusion before news is announced. It is not worth the risk.

After the News Hits 

News can hit the markets at any time. It seems like easy money to react and take advantage, but you must have a strategy! If not, results can be every bit as devastating as they would be if you traded before the breaking news.

Day Trading should take place after a trend has been defined. Being patient will lower your risk and increase your likelyhood of effective trading.

Risking too Much

More Than 1% of Capital on Forex Trades 

Big risk doesn’t always mean big return. Most traders who take big risks eventually lose big. It is a common rule that traders should only risk 1% of capitol for a single trade.

Limiting the risk percentage will help keep your portfolio on track. Sticking to the 1% rule will ensure that no single trade will break the purpose of this method is to make sure no single trade will break the budget.

Avoid being Unrealistic

It is good to work hard and set goals, however being unrealistic can lead to forex day trading mistakes. The unrealistic expectations we set for ourselves can be projected on the market. The best technique is to watch the market and see it for what it is.

The best way to see the market for what it is is to create a trading plan. Research trading plans and testing them is the best method for day trading success.

DayTradeFeed’s Method

If you are beginning to Day Trade, or if your current method is not yielding success, try us out. We’re here to help

Day Trading: 3 Tips on Deciding When to Sell

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Deciding when to sell is a key element to being profitable when Day Trading.

There are many ways for you to approach an exit and come out in a winning position. Four ways to do this is to use profit targets, daily pivots and momentum.

The most commonly used exit method is probably using profit targets. When using profit targets, you are exiting at a pre-set level.

There are strategies to help when choosing profit targets. Of these strategies, Scalping is the most used. When scalping you are selling right after the trade becomes profitable. The Profit target when scalping is whenever the trade begins to make you money.

Another strategy using profit targets is Fading. Fading is involving shorting stocks right after they begin to take an upward turn.

When using this technique, you are assuming three things. First you assume the assets overbought. You also must assume that those who bought early are ready to take their profits. Last, assume that those who are currently buying may be scared off the trade.

Fading is a risky strategy but can really pay off when successful. What you are watching for when implementing this selling strategy, is signs that the buyers are stepping back in. This will give you your price target.

Daily Pivots is our next usefully strategy when deciding when to sell. Daily pivots is benefiting from the asset’s volatility.

Profiting from Volatility is achieved by buying when the price is the lowest and selling when the price is at it’s highest point. You’re price target when using daily pivots is when you see a reversal begin.

Using Momentum of a trade can be very beneficial for traders. This involves research. Knowing which trades will be trending and popular puts traders ahead. Reading news articles and staying up to day on current events will help you know which way the market is moving and allow you to strategize successful trades.

One way to trade using Momentum is to buy based on news releases and then sell when the trend turns. There is also another popular way to trade using momentum. This is to fade a price surge. When fading a price surge your price target is when the volume of the asset begins to lower.

Defining a strategy when deciding when to sell is important. Your strategy should be repeatable and tested. This will lead to success when Day Trading.

Day Trading: How To Minimize Risk

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The risk of Day Trading is not breaking news. One of the best ways to minimize Day Trading Risk is to use stop-loss orders. For long positions, you can use a stop loss order to make sure your loss on certain stocks is not greater than a set number.

Let’s look at an example:

You have 20 shares at 20$ a piece and you are only willing to lose 2$ per share. This means you will place a stop loss at 18$. This way, if your stock plummets to 5$ a share you are not risking a loss of 15$ per share.

A good strategy to limit Losses when day trading is to set a physical stop-loss order, but to also set a mental stop-loss. The physical stop loss is going to physically limit how much you can lose. Your mental stop-loss will put you in a spot where you can immediately exit your position if you trade makes a turn.
 We also recommend setting an amount that you are willing to risk each day. This will minimize your risk for big losses in a single days time. Setting this limit for yourself will help you trade with a clear mind.

If you feel your chosen strategy lines up with your risk limit, then you should begin trying it out. Trying your strategy with paper trade is a great way to feel more confident. Analyze your paper trades and make notes on where you feel your were profitable and where your expectations were either met or not quite met.

The next step will be using a demo trade account that using real market information. Give yourself some time to work with movement in these demo accounts before moving on.

Make sure while practicing, that you are doing your homework. Look at historical charts, making note on where your stop loss would be hit or where your target would be hit. If after research and trial runs you feel your account has been profitable, then it is time to move forward.

If you find you have lost capitol, then change your strategy and try again. Do not start a new strategy on a real account. Be patient and do it right. This will minimize your losses.

10 Tips for Day Trading Success: Part 2

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Welcome to DayTradeFeed.com’s 10 Tips for Day Trading Success: Part 2. Make sure you don’t miss out on the tips we discussed In 10 Tips for Day Trading Success: Part 1

Tip #6 Timing is Everything

The majority of orders are made in the market’s first thing in the morning.  This helps contribute to the market’s volatility which Day Traders thrive off of. With practice you may be able to see the market patters and pick the best times to make trades, but for beginners its better to wait a 20 minutes or so before making your first move.
During the middle of the day, the market is more stable, but towards the end of the day there is another volatile period before markets close. The volatility of early morning and late afternoon markets are tempting as they provide more opportunity, but we caution beginners to avoid them until more knowledgeable.

7. Use Limit Orders

Figure out your enter and exit strategies. You may use Market Orders which are fast and reliable, or Limit Orders that will give you more control over the execution price. I
If you choose to use a market order there will be no price guarantee as it is executed at the best price available at the time. Going the route of limit orders, however, will give a guarantee on the price but not necessarily the execution meaning the trade may not go through at all.

8. Patience is a Virtue

Whatever strategies you use, make sure you are patient and consistent. Your strategies may not work every single time but the average will lead to day trading success. It is not uncommon for professional Day Traders to win only 50% or 60% of their trades. Be sure that you are limiting your risk, and your methods very well outlined.

9. Keep your Cool

There will absolutely be times when the stock markets get at your nerves. To see success when day trading you have to trade without emotions. Don’t let things like hope, fear and greed influence your decisions. You will be most profitable in you make moves based on logic.

10. Keep on Keepin on

It is important to move fast if you want to be a Successful day trader. Moving fast, however, does not have to be stressful. You’ve now read the first 9 tips, and you understand what its going to take to be profitable. Get your strategy locked in. Practice patience and discipline. If you do these things, there will be no need for stress and anxiety.
Don’t forget he Day Trader’s mantra: “Plan your trade and trade your plan.”

Day Trading: Is It Right For You and Me? DayTradeFEED.com Investigates

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Is Day Trading Right for Me?

We live in an age where everyone is looking to make a little extra cash on the side. It’s no wonder why so many are asking, “Is Day Trading is right for me?”

It is true that unexperienced day traders can make expensive mistakes very quickly. For many, however, day trading is a great way to add some cushion to your income.

What is Day Trading?

To know if day trading is right for you, let’s first discuss what day trading is.

Day trading involves buying and selling stocks in a short period of time. Usually about a day.

When day trading, you are not expecting to make large sums of money with each trade. Instead, with each trade the goal is to make small profits.

The goal is that these small individual profits over time will add up to larger sums.

How Does Day Trading Work?

Successful day traders treat it like a full-time job, not merely hasty trading done between business meetings or at lunch.

Practice, practice practice. Those who make consistent money from Day Trading are devoting a lot of time to their work.  They rely heavily on the ever-changing stock market to earn profits.

It is better for Day Traders if the market moves up and down throughout the day regardless of which way it is moving.

When Day Trading, you will be looking for short-sell options to profit off of a falling stock or buying stocks that are trending upwards. Day traders are always looking for something to move around to make a profit.

So, Is Day Trading Right for Me?

In conclusion, only you can decide if Day Trading is Right for You.

Do you have the time to commit to it? Do you have the drive to practice and develop strategies?

A strong suggestion if interested, is opening a practice account before officially day trading. (contact us for more information on this)

This will allow you see what day trading would be like and observe potential results without a huge risk.

 

A Month’s Day Trading Results | DayTradeFEED.com

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Day Trading Results

Total Month’s Profit: $1,050

First of all, let me apologize for the delay in posting my Day Trading results. The month has been pretty busy for me with some vacations and business ventures (all funded by day trading, of course) but I’m excited to get back into the swing of things.

It was a decent month for me. Not my best month, but also not my most traded. In the coming months I should have more time to devote to trading and will make sure to get these results out a little more quickly than in the past!

Explaining Our Day Trading Results

Before we show you our day trading results, we always make sure to explain exactly which trades these results are coming from.

As we trade throughout the day, we record our trade results to post later on. These trade results come from all kinds of different strategies, including ONIT trades, SAT trades and normal daily trading.

When we say “ONIT,” we mean the Overnight Impact Trade. Similarly, when we say “SAT,” we mean the Sunday Afternoon Day Trade.

The ONIT is made Monday through Thursday, usually around 3:00 p.m. MST, and the SAT is a similar trade, but only made on Sunday afternoons. The trades are forex trades, and are placed on the EUR USD. Each trader simply sets the trade and forgets the trade each day, and watches the profits roll in.

Many traders swear by these trades, and this is one of the only places you can find them!

To learn more about this daily trade, contact us!

Now for Day Trade FEED’s day trading results…

Day Trading Results | Day Trade FEED

Day Trade FEED’s Day Trading Results

Daily Trades: 3
Pips Per Trade: 10
Total Pips: 30
Lot Size: 0.50
TOTAL PROFIT: $150

Placing these Overnight Impact Day Trades, Sunday Afternoon Day Trades or regular day-to-day trades would have made you $150 during the month.

Daily Trades: 3
Pips Per Trade: 10
Total Pips: 30
Lot Size: 0.50
TOTAL PROFIT: $150

Placing these Overnight Impact Day Trades, Sunday Afternoon Day Trades or regular day-to-day trades would have made you $300 during the month.

Daily Trades: 3
Pips Per Trade: 10
Total Pips: 30
Lot Size: 0.50
TOTAL PROFIT: $150

Placing these Overnight Impact Day Trades, Sunday Afternoon Day Trades or regular day-to-day trades would have made you $450 during the month.

Daily Trades: 3
Pips Per Trade: 10
Total Pips: 30
Lot Size: 0.50
TOTAL PROFIT: $150

Placing these Overnight Impact Day Trades, Sunday Afternoon Day Trades or regular day-to-day trades would have made you $600 in the month.

 

Daily Trades: 3
Pips Per Trade: 10
Total Pips: 30
Lot Size: 0.50
TOTAL PROFIT: $150

Placing these Overnight Impact Day Trades, Sunday Afternoon Day Trades or regular day-to-day trades would have made you $750 in the month.

Daily Trades: 3
Pips Per Trade: 10
Total Pips: 30
Lot Size: 0.50
TOTAL PROFIT: $150

Placing these Overnight Impact Day Trades, Sunday Afternoon Day Trades or regular day-to-day trades would have made you $900 in the month.

Daily Trades: 3
Pips Per Trade: 10
Total Pips: 30
Lot Size: 0.50
TOTAL PROFIT: $150

Placing these Overnight Impact Day Trades, Sunday Afternoon Day Trades or regular day-to-day trades would have made you $1050 in the month.

In conclusion…

What would you do with an extra $1,050 each month?

We are Day Trading, Forex and Futures specialists, and love all things day trading! You can find more information on day trading education systems by contacting us!

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    “IMPORTANT NOTE: Trading foreign exchange or futures on margin carries a high level of risk. It may not be suitable for all investors. The high degree of leverage can work against you. It can also work for you. Before deciding to trade foreign exchange or futures, you should carefully consider your investment objectives. Also check your  level  of  experience and risk appetite. The  possibility exists that you can lose some or all of your initial  investment. You should not invest money that you can’t afford to lose. You should be aware of all the risks associated with foreign exchange and futures trading. Seek advice from an independent financial adviser if you have any doubts or questions. Past trading history does not indicate future trading success.”

    July 2018 Day Trading Results | DayTradeFEED.com

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    July 2018 Day Trading Results

    Day Trade FEED

    Before we show you our day trading results, we always make sure to explain exactly which trades these results are coming from.

    As we trade throughout the day, we record our trade results to post later on. These trade results come from all kinds of different strategies, including ONIT trades, SAT trades and normal daily trading.

    When we say “ONIT,” we mean the Overnight Impact Trade. Similarly, when we say “SAT,” we mean the Sunday Afternoon Day Trade.

    The ONIT is made Monday through Thursday, usually around 3:00 p.m. MST, and the SAT is a similar trade, but only made on Sunday afternoons. The trades are forex trades, and are placed on the EUR USD. Each trader simply sets the trade and forgets the trade each day, and watches the profits roll in.

    Many traders swear by these trades, and this is one of the only places you can find them!

    To learn more about this daily trade, contact us!

    Now for Day Trade FEED’s day trading results…

    July 2018 Day Trading Results | Day Trade FEED

    Day Trade FEED’s July 2018 Day Trading Results – July 10

    Daily Trades: 5
    Pips Per Trade: 10
    Total Pips: 50
    Lot Size: 0.50
    TOTAL PROFIT: $250

    Placing these Overnight Impact Day Trades, Sunday Afternoon Day Trades or regular day-to-day trades would have made you $250 during the month of July.

    Day Trade FEED’s July 2018 Day Trading Results – July 11

    Daily Trades: 3
    Pips Per Trade: 10
    Total Pips: 30
    Lot Size: 0.50
    TOTAL PROFIT: $150

    Placing these Overnight Impact Day Trades, Sunday Afternoon Day Trades or regular day-to-day trades would have made you $400 during the month of July.

    Day Trade FEED’s July 2018 Day Trading Results – July 13

    Daily Trades: 3
    Pips Per Trade: 10
    Total Pips: 30
    Lot Size: 0.50
    TOTAL PROFIT: $150

    Placing these Overnight Impact Day Trades, Sunday Afternoon Day Trades or regular day-to-day trades would have made you $550 during the month of July.

    Day Trade FEED’s July 2018 Day Trading Results – July 18

    Daily Trades: 5
    Pips Per Trade: 10
    Total Pips: 50
    Lot Size: 0.50
    TOTAL PROFIT: $250

    Placing these Overnight Impact Day Trades, Sunday Afternoon Day Trades or regular day-to-day trades would have made you $800 in the month of July.

    Day Trade FEED’s July 2018 Day Trading Results – July 24

     

    Daily Trades: 5
    Pips Per Trade: 10
    Total Pips: 50
    Lot Size: 0.50
    TOTAL PROFIT: $250

    Placing these Overnight Impact Day Trades, Sunday Afternoon Day Trades or regular day-to-day trades would have made you $1050 in the month of July.

    Day Trade FEED’s July 2018 Day Trading Results – July 26

    Daily Trades: 3
    Pips Per Trade: 10
    Total Pips: 30
    Lot Size: 0.50
    TOTAL PROFIT: $150

    Placing these Overnight Impact Day Trades, Sunday Afternoon Day Trades or regular day-to-day trades would have made you $1200 in the month of July.

    Day Trade FEED’s July 2018 Day Trading Results – July 30

    Daily Trades: 3
    Pips Per Trade: 10
    Total Pips: 30
    Lot Size: 0.50
    TOTAL PROFIT: $150

    Placing these Overnight Impact Day Trades, Sunday Afternoon Day Trades or regular day-to-day trades would have made you $1350 in the month of July.

    In conclusion…

    We are Day Trading, Forex and Futures specialists, and love all things day trading! You can find more information on day trading education systems by contacting us!

    Want to be notified when we post our day trading results? Subscribe below!

      “IMPORTANT NOTE: Trading foreign exchange or futures on margin carries a high level of risk. It may not be suitable for all investors. The high degree of leverage can work against you. It can also work for you. Before deciding to trade foreign exchange or futures, you should carefully consider your investment objectives. Also check your  level  of  experience and risk appetite. The  possibility exists that you can lose some or all of your initial  investment. You should not invest money that you can’t afford to lose. You should be aware of all the risks associated with foreign exchange and futures trading. Seek advice from an independent financial adviser if you have any doubts or questions. Past trading history does not indicate future trading success.”

      How to Start Day Trading – Find out at DayTradeFEED.com

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      How to Start Day Trading

      Above all, one of the main reasons we started Day Trade FEED was to help teach people how to start day trading.

      Many people aren’t able to find good information on the subject simply because of a lack of knowledge on where to go. Others find too much information too quickly and become overwhelmed or burned out in a short amount of time.

      If you fall into either of the categories above, continue reading below to find the beginning steps to help you learn how to start day trading.

      How to Start Day Trading the Hard Way

      The hard way to start day trading is to attempt the journey alone. Many people make the attempt, but flame out almost instantly.

      In contrast, many decide to join some sort of day trading educational group that helps them get everything in order before starting to trade live money.

      The reason this is the hard way is because the hardest part of learning how to day trade is knowing where to find correct and accurate information. Many potential traders try to find their information on different investment websites, but unfortunately, these sites are too vague to hold any real value.

      Chances are that if you’re viewing this site, you’ve been exposed to all kinds of day trading programs. Typically, these programs involve large networks of people who share common trading strategies and belong to a trading group.

      How to Start Day Trading the Easy Way

      As previously mentioned, the easiest way to start day trading is to find the program that’s right for YOU. These educational programs can help you get started and seeing profitable trades in a matter of months!

      Due to this, there are literally thousands of day trading education companies all vying for your attention…

      GIVE IT TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER!

      The fact of the matter is that if we’re being totally honest, one of the ONLY ways to day trade is to join one of these groups. Fortunately, that makes it so much more simple!

      How to Start Day Trading with Recommended Programs

      Here at Day Trade FEED, we know finding the right program for you can be tough. That’s why we’ve decided to go over some of the best day trading educational programs and make recommendations!

      Keep visiting Day Trade FEED throughout the upcoming week to see our top five day trading educational programs!

      In the mean time, if you have any questions or want to hear our recommendations a few days early, contact us today!