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This article is written by James.Lindsey : avafx + zulutrade

Anyone who makes their living as a Forex trader must have been approached at some time or other, usually by a distant friend or relation who hasn't spoken to you for about five years, with a leading questions, The question usually goes something like ” I have heard that there is profits to be made by trading in foreign exchange. I would like to give it a try, but how do I cope with the risk and the uncertainty? I want to earn money but I can't afford to lose too much” Depending on how much you liked the person, your answer might range from “Well, don't bother. Leave your money in the bank.” to “You can reduce and consequently cope with the uncertainty by reducing your profit expectations and consequently the level of your risk.”

There is no doubt that trading in foreign currencies brings with it a level of risk. However any form of risk should be calculated and based upon reasonable expectations. If a person decides to enter into the market of trading in foreign exchange then they should prepare the ground thoroughly before outing their capital at risk. They should read as much material as is available on line as well as consulting with their nominated broker on which are the ideal currencies to pair with. Any broker or advisor on Forex trading will tell you in no uncertain terms not to put down even one cent of real money, before undergoing a course and at least two months of trading simulation before entering the Forex market for keeps.

The novice broker should enter the market with a clearly designed strategy. They should have money to invest, which they should be fully aware that they are placing at risk, and can afford to lose. They should also make an unwritten pact with themselves never to take too much advantage of their broker's kind offer to extend margin trades of up to 400-1. Instead they should allow themselves never to go over a 200-1 margin and preferably keep the margins within double figures in the majority of cases. This action should keep the novice trader safe from the sudden point's swings and falling into the trap of unwelcome margin calls.

Traders who are new to Forex trading can lack self confidence, and make decisions in the heat of the moment due to the uncertainties of the market. The best advice that an experienced trader can give a novice is to cope with the risks by reducing them, The way to reduce risks in Forex trading is by spreading them out over as long a period as possible. This is an almost fail safe method of reducing uncertainties involved in Forex trading and ensuring that they will be leveled out in the long term.

This article is written by Elmer.Franklin : ava zulutrade

If you are a newbie and want to start into Forex Trading then here are the 6 steps that are going to make your life easy.

Step 1: Register Your Account.
Direct your browser to eToro, download the free software, and register yourself to open an account.
Next, you will be offered the choice to practice trading or trade for real. The former lets you blow $2,000
of imaginary cash whilst picking up the basics and learning to trade. Trading for real requires a minimum
$25 (£16) of your own real money and a combination of skills, luck, and daring.

Step 2: Check Out The Tutorials.
Once your account is set up, spend some time to take in the tutorials that explain the five trading arenas
available. eToro does away with the overly-complicated screens that blight most Forex (foreign exchange
market) platforms and instead boasts a variety of simple options. That aid there is stiII the option to change to Expert Mode, which gives you the full-on experience of being a professional day trader.

Step 3: Buying and Selling.
For the most part, Forex trading deals with the world's major currencies. Each pair of currencies has an
“Ask rate” and a “Bid rate”, which simply translates as a buying and selling price. To make profit all you
have to do is buy a currency – using GBP to purchase USD, for example – and subsequently sell it for more
than you originally paid. The market changes every second, making getting in and out at the right time
essential.

Step 4: Reading The Market.
Trading trends and ranges (peaks and troughs) are represented on straightforward, easy to read charts that,
to the keen-eyed, reveal profitable patterns. Tracking a currency pair's path on these charts is a good way
to know when to buy or sell. Rule of thumb is to go with the trend rather than try to swim against it. In other words, don't get yourself into a position where you're; waiting for the market to reverse.

Step 5: Trading Above Your Means.
Leverage lets you trade at a ratio greater than your initial investment and is the best way to make real
money from a market that changes at a rate of around 0.1 per day. A 1:100, for example, means that you put
in $1 and the online broker puts in a further $9. eToro protects your money by automatically closing your
trade if the market drops below your initial investment. Therefore, theoretically, you can only lose what
you put in.

Step 6: Chat To Fellow Traders.
One of the best features of eToro is the insertion of social networking to what has traditionally been a
very lonely business. A chat window lets you meet and discuss trends with fellow traders from all over the
world. It's a good way to share tips and collaborate towards mutually beneficial ends. Sounds great in
theory, but we wouldn't advise being too trusting. Traders, as a rule, aren't renowned for their altruism.

Author – Hardy Gill
Page Title – Learn Forex Trading Online