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 I have £5000 that I would like to invest. What are you ideas?
I already have premium bonds and an ISA. I was diapointed with my return on my ISA interest this year so was thinking about investing some of it elsewhere. I have premium bonds and whilst you have ...


 I need 5.000 EURO?
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 Why do I have 2% of best answers and 97% of regular ones!?!? I want my 1% back ASAP!?
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 Where can I find a private investor for a short term loan?
I'm looking for a private investor to assist me in "beating" the "big guys" & stop them from stealing what is mine. Short term, i.e., 12-36 months.
Additional D...


 Can a dividend payout ratio be more than 100 percent?
If can pls explain under what curcumstances would it happen.Thank you very ...


 Mutual funds for beginners?
So, i am currently looking to invest some of my money, rather than just having it sitting in a bank getting absolutely no interest. I have been looking at mutual funds, because they seem to be the ...


 How does a bank make money? Where will all our money go? Where will they invest them?
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 How should i set up my 401k?
I am 20, and my company has a great 401k plan, and I can either allocate the money myself and invest it as i see fit, or pay a financial advisor 1.5% of my earnings to move my money around the market ...


 Is it true that before you can sell stocks that you bought, you have to wait 72 hours?
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 I have $50,000 CDN cash in my account. Earning barely 4% interest annually. Where do I invest to get more?
What would be the safest, and what would be the most risky investment?
Also, I'm Canadian, and I live in Canada. Please make sure any answers given are possible here.
Thanks Ahead :)...


 Im 20. ive never played the stock market but would like to try it out at a low cost to test the waters...help!
i dont know where to start. everywhere i go i see hidden fees and monthly fees. too confusing. where is a good place to start?...


 Wanting to invest...?
My husband and I would like to invest some money, except we know nothing about it. Where is a good place to start and what are some good sites I can check out to read more about investing money and ...


 I want to buy stock with but i dont know how?
I have some extra cash its not much but i was told to buy stocks and maybe doble my money. I dont know a thing on stocks what can i do....


 What are the 3 fast food restaurants that you would buy stocks from?
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 Which is the is the fastest developing country at the moment?
i would like to know which country is growing the fasted in is the best investment opportunity for business investors, like me....


 I want to invest in share market , Please guide me friends!?
Dear friends!i want to invest in share Market but i haven't more knowledge about trading,D-MAT.
how to invest money in share market, by share khan / reliance money / any other CO. or any ...


 Investments...?
if i were looking into starting to invest money for a future nest egg.. what would a good starter investment be? pros and cons and different investment that are out there.. if you could please ...


 Im a young person how do I invest in things?
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 Any idea on how to make 75$ by 2 days?
got to raise 75 by ...


 How many stock should i buy?
I am new in the stock market. i would like to know whats the best way to buy stocks and how many stocks should i purchase....



fred
What does a Stock Broker do?
Alright i know they invest in things so can you explain the basics of that to me.I wanna know how to become one,(I know they use math but how much and what kind),How much do they make, and is broker just a shorter term or something diffrent.
                     
 




Common Sense
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A good stock broker makes a good living and treats their clients like family. A decent broker makes $100,000 and up.

Their role is as a salesperson & financial consultant. That's not a bad thing... I only say it for further clairification. There are some bad brokers (there are bad doctors, police, bankers etc.). The bad brokers make it hard for the honest ones..........

Check with the larger brokerages to start. They'll be good for training (but not neccsarily the place you'll be in 5 years).

Some are;
Merrill Lynch
UBS
Edward Jones

This will be hard work. Long hours. Math is not the key ingrediant. Understanding the needs of your clients, salesmanship & financial planning are thec real "keys" to success.

I'm not a broker. But I think it would have been a great choice for me.


hament k
It's true Stockbrokers are glorified salemen or telemarketers and they usually make six figures. In order to become a stockbroker you'll need to pass a difficult test called the series 7 and then your on the phones trying to open accounts for the company that hired you. Most companies will give you a shot and hire you and see if you can cold call and generate leads without any experience the biggest obstacle I see is pass the series 7 test 2nd only to the bar exam for lawyers.


bwlobo
A stock broker sells or buys stock on behalf of a customer. The stock broker works as an agent matching up stock buyers and sellers. A transaction on a stock exchange must be made between two members of the exchange — a typical person may not walk into the New York Stock Exchange (for example), and ask to trade stock. Such an exchange must be done through a broker.

In addition to actually trading stocks for their clients, stock brokers may also offer advice to their clients on which stocks, mutual funds, etc. to buy.

It is important to remember that being a stock broker is a highly regulated industry. While you run your own business, you are required to do so within guidelines set by the federal government, New York Stock Exchange and the National Association of Securities Dealers. The rewards are great, but you must determine whether this career is right for you.


Killer Chick
Most companies, don't use the term"stockbroker" anymore. It's now called "Financial Advisors"

Go to careerbuilders.com, there are lot of companies out there looking for Financail Advisors. The thing is that most of them, esp the top companies want you to have connections to wealthy people. I got a call from Morgan Stanley... That reminds me, I have to call them back.

I hope you have a financial degree and fair amout of investing experience.


I think being a stocktrader is much better. You don't have to find clients. All you do is trade in an office or stock exchange while the stockbroker/financial advisors look for clients. To be a stocktrader, start by applying for jobs as a trading assistant or a clerk. You can start by being an intern.


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A stock broker buys and sells the stocks for their client. Most off it is done by computer now so most of the math is done for them. They can make a lot or a little it all depends on how many active clients they have. If you want to become one you will need a brokerage firm ro sponser you.


pun9175181970
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Being a stock broker is not easy. It's a sales job. You need to sale. Another thing is that you need to get licenses from NASD. They are not easy for most people. I have a degree in Finance, so it won't be hard for me. However, I know people that took it 3 times and still can't pass it.
They have to cold call to get clients. You can't count on your relatives unless they are rich and willing to help.
You can work for a discount brokerage as a salary broker. They do pretty well, but not rich. You help them buy and sell stocks that meet their financial goal.


Pro Bush
the stock brokers lie to people and convincing them into buy crappy stocks and geting a pay check for the company they work for. kind of like being a telemarketer. and why would you want to be a stock broker? the only reason u should look into that profession..... is when u get fired from your telemarketing job or selling vacuum cleaners door to door.


alpha66
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I know some who jump off bridges when the market goes bad.


Frank Castle
I suggest you to request the FREE DVD "Wall Street" directed by Academy Award Winner Oliver Stone at Peerflix.


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