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Brokers Comparison Table

Brokerage Firm	Founded	Regulated by	Languages	Max. Leverage	Spread on Majors	Mini Account Size	Standard Account Size	FREE Demo Account	Links
	1992	DFCA	Eng, Deu Ara, Chi Jap, ...	1:100	2-4 pips	$2,000	$10,000	20 day	Info  Chat
	1997	FSA, CFTC SEC, ASIC	Eng, Chi Ger, Fre, ...	1:400	3-5 pips	$250	$2,500	30 day	Info  Chat
	2001	NFA, CFTC	Eng, Spa Ara, Chi	1:400	3-4 pips	$250	$2,000	14 day	Info  Chat
	2001	NFA, CFTC	Eng, Bul Chi, Fre, ...	1:200	2-4 pips	$250	$2,500	Unlimited	Info  Chat
	1999	NFA, CFTC	Eng, Chi Rus	1:200	3-5 pips	$250	$2,500	30 day	Info  Chat
	1999	NFA, CFTC FSA	Eng, Fre Ara, Deu Chi, ...	1:200	3-5 pips	$300	$2,000	30 day	Info  Chat
	1989	NFA, ASIC FSA, OSC	Eng, Chi Ger, Rus Spa	1:100	2-3 pips	---	$2,000	14 day	Info  Chat
	1922	CME, CFTC FSA, NFA	Eng	1:100	2-3 pips	---	$5,000	20 day	Info

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FX Trading Platform Checklist

The most important aspect when choosing Forex trading Platform is YOU! If you can't execute trades easily it isn't worth it. Here are some important points to consider:

• Interbank quality rates, true market values and complete transparency.

• An accurate price feeds and more then 99% system uptime.

• The ability to set up multiple stops and limits on a trade (include trailing stop-loss).

• Fast execution and guaranteed fills in normal market conditions.

• Multiple charting options, technical indicators and trading tools.

• Mobile/Wireless trading complementary software (optional)

 

Open Free Demo Forex Account		Real Trading Account Types
Opening training account enables you to learn about the following: You will be able to study and to understand the technical and fundamental analysis of the market. At your convenience, you will be able to work out how the transactions and control of orders are processed. You will be able to test our unique forex trading signals without risking any of your real funds.		Standard Accounts The standard accounts are for those clients who feel comfortable trading forex and may have some experience trading online.   Minimum Deposit US: $2,500-$10,000 [see brokers table] Contract Size: 100,000 Max Leverage (Margin): 1% or 1:100    Mini Accounts A great way to get started in a live environment is the Forex mini accounts with smaller contract sizes and higher leverage. Minimum Deposit US: $250-$2,500 Contract Size: 10,000 Max Leverage: 0.5% or 1:200

 

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