Creating a tool belt of online resources is an important step for starting new research on stocks. The belt I use and am most comfortable with is posted in my “Favorite Sites”. I am always open to adding new tools to my belt. If you know of any great research sites, submit a comment with a description of the tool and I’ll be glad to publish it.

http://finance.yahoo.com
When it comes to financial research websites I’m a huge fan of yahoo’s version. I keep their site up and running during most of the trading hours. Some key features include: READ MORE…

The first thing that is necessary to start trading online is a brokerage! There are many different things to look for when selecting your new online broker.

First, pay attention to the commission they charge per transaction. The brokerages can range from $4 up to $20. You get charged this amount for every purchase and every sale. Your profits can be eliminated with high commissions so making a wise choice now will build a stronger portfolio. READ MORE…