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Best Online Stock Trading Brokers for 2018 If you’re looking for a way to build more wealth in 2018, getting started with one of the best online brokerage accounts is a solid first step. Doing so will allow you to invest outside your traditional retirement accounts and on your own terms. The best part is, the best online brokerage firms charge little or no fees and offer excellent resources that can help you learn more about investing along the way. Of course, not all brokerage firms are created equal, and that’s why we took the time to break down each of their details and rank the top options on an array of factors. If you’re looking for a new way to invest this year and are ready to strike out on your own, the following online brokerage accounts should be at the top of your list.What Matters When You Trade Stocks on Your Own? Managing your own money can be a stressful endeavor. To minimize this, and to minimize information overload that tends to come from watching the markets 24/7, there are a few must-haves to look for in an online broker. Clean interface. When I trade, I want to be able to easily find my order entry ticket. I don’t want it buried under a number of drop downs. This interface should have intuitive access to see your balance, available cash, positions with real time P/L and all be easily navigated. Quick access to basic charting. A chart tells me where the stock has been recently. I don’t trade minute to minute anymore, so I don’t need complex tools like stochastics or retracement lines. All that’s important is that I have a basic chart on a yearly, monthly, weekly, daily and intra day time period. I use a chart to see current price relative to those time periods, mainly to avoid purchasing at a bad price. Low fees. One of the biggest roadblocks to building wealth is fees incurred to invest your hard-earned dollars. Because the fees charged by different brokerage firms vary so dramatically, it’s crucial to seek out options that charge low fees (or no fees) for account management and trades. There are over 50 online brokerages where you can open an account. Beyond the my three rules above, best online brokerage accounts aren’t just for trading stocks. Sure, many of them started as online stock trading accounts, but now they’re full-fledged trading, saving, investing, retirement planning, and banking machines. This industry is more complex than the average person thinks. You shouldn’t just pick any online broker and sign up for an account. The best online broker for one person is often completely different for the next person. Use this resource as a guide to your decision process. Figure out what features are best for you, and make your selection. What Makes a Great Online Broker? I analyzed a number of elements to come to my decision on which brokers are the best. Later in this post, I provide full details on how I selected the best online brokerages. When you take all the features, resources, trading platforms, and technology into account (while also considering every type of trader), the full-service brokers, like E*TRADE and TD Ameritrade are the best for the largest number of people. For those simply looking to make cheap trades, I would recommend going with Optionshouse. If you’re a very advanced trader, high-volume trader, or a professional who manages money, I recommend going with Interactive Brokers. However, I didn’t include Interactive Brokers on my list because they’re best for a very small group of traders and the platform is very complex. Top Qualities of Standout Online Trading Platforms Quality trading tools and technology Multiple trading platforms for all levels of traders Excellent mobile trading features Solid navigation that displays the relevant information where you want it Quality educational resources and research for trader development There’s more to selecting an online broker than price. You have to consider the resources you’re getting for the cost you pay per trade. For example, my colleague, who is also an ex-trader, likes to use a combination of stock and options trade in his longer-term trading. He recently switched over to Fidelity because he really liked the cash management features, but was very disappointed by complex order entry, sub-par options execution and frustrating navigation. He’s currently making the switch to one of the brokers I profile here.
Best Online Stock Trading Brokers for 2018 If you’re looking for a way to build more wealth in 2018, getting started with one of the best online brokerage accounts is a solid first step. Doing so will allow you to invest outside your traditional retirement accounts and on your own terms. The best part is, the best online brokerage firms charge little or no fees and offer excellent resources that can help you learn more about investing along the way. Of course, not all brokerage firms are created equal, and that’s why we took the time to break down each of their details and rank the top options on an array of factors. If you’re looking for a new way to invest this year and are ready to strike out on your own, the following online brokerage accounts should be at the top of your list.What Matters When You Trade Stocks on Your Own? Managing your own money can be a stressful endeavor. To minimize this, and to minimize information overload that tends to come from watching the markets 24/7, there are a few must-haves to look for in an online broker. Clean interface. When I trade, I want to be able to easily find my order entry ticket. I don’t want it buried under a number of drop downs. This interface should have intuitive access to see your balance, available cash, positions with real time P/L and all be easily navigated. Quick access to basic charting. A chart tells me where the stock has been recently. I don’t trade minute to minute anymore, so I don’t need complex tools like stochastics or retracement lines. All that’s important is that I have a basic chart on a yearly, monthly, weekly, daily and intra day time period. I use a chart to see current price relative to those time periods, mainly to avoid purchasing at a bad price. Low fees. One of the biggest roadblocks to building wealth is fees incurred to invest your hard-earned dollars. Because the fees charged by different brokerage firms vary so dramatically, it’s crucial to seek out options that charge low fees (or no fees) for account management and trades. There are over 50 online brokerages where you can open an account. Beyond the my three rules above, best online brokerage accounts aren’t just for trading stocks. Sure, many of them started as online stock trading accounts, but now they’re full-fledged trading, saving, investing, retirement planning, and banking machines. This industry is more complex than the average person thinks. You shouldn’t just pick any online broker and sign up for an account. The best online broker for one person is often completely different for the next person. Use this resource as a guide to your decision process. Figure out what features are best for you, and make your selection. What Makes a Great Online Broker? I analyzed a number of elements to come to my decision on which brokers are the best. Later in this post, I provide full details on how I selected the best online brokerages. When you take all the features, resources, trading platforms, and technology into account (while also considering every type of trader), the full-service brokers, like E*TRADE and TD Ameritrade are the best for the largest number of people. For those simply looking to make cheap trades, I would recommend going with Optionshouse. If you’re a very advanced trader, high-volume trader, or a professional who manages money, I recommend going with Interactive Brokers. However, I didn’t include Interactive Brokers on my list because they’re best for a very small group of traders and the platform is very complex. Top Qualities of Standout Online Trading Platforms Quality trading tools and technology Multiple trading platforms for all levels of traders Excellent mobile trading features Solid navigation that displays the relevant information where you want it Quality educational resources and research for trader development There’s more to selecting an online broker than price. You have to consider the resources you’re getting for the cost you pay per trade. For example, my colleague, who is also an ex-trader, likes to use a combination of stock and options trade in his longer-term trading. He recently switched over to Fidelity because he really liked the cash management features, but was very disappointed by complex order entry, sub-par options execution and frustrating navigation. He’s currently making the switch to one of the brokers I profile here.

Aplikasi Cara Berguru Yang Baik Dalam Kehidupan Nyata

Tulisan ini sengaja saya tulis sebagai tandingan dari goresan pena sebelumnya. Tulisan yang berjudul "Cara Belajar yang Baik dan Efektif". Tulisan tersebut dimaksudkan untuk memenuhi bahan yang bisa disampaikan dikala Masa Pengenalan Lingkungan Sekolah (MPLS) yang dahulu disebut dengan MOS (Masa Orientasi Siswa).

Tulisan saya tersebut perlu saya sanggah sendiri (revisi) alasannya yaitu dalam perkembangannya tidak sepenuhnya benar. Sebagai bahan Masa Pengelanan Lingkungan Sekolah (MPLS), seharusnya bersifat aplikatif. Materi yang ada dalam goresan pena 'Cara Belajar yang Baik dan Efektif' masih kurang aplikatif. Masih berupa teori normatif.

Namanya saja 'Cara Belajar'. Tentu masing-masing individu, mempunyai tingkat keefektifan yang berbeda-beda. Ada yang lebih suka membaca buku. Ada yang lebih suka mendengarkan. Ada pula yang suka menghafal. Tentu tingkat keefektifan belajarnya juga berbeda.

Adapun 7 Cara Belajar yang telah ditulis sebelumnya di postingan tersebut, lebih layak dikonsumsi oleh guru. Bukan untuk siswa. Jadi, kiprah guru untuk memunculkan 7 kondisi berguru tesebut.

1.     Memunyai tujuan yang terang (memiliki sasaran kemampuan yang ingin dimiliki)
2.     Berupa rencana terprogram (memiliki rangkaian kegiatan yang akan dilakukan)
3.     Memilih taktik berguru (tempat, waktu, dan suasananya harus tepat)
4.     senang melaksanakan latihan-latihan (harus sering berlatih, contohnya terus membaca)
5.     memiliki daya saing untuk berprestasi (harus berlomba ingin jadi yang terbaik)
6.     kuat di dalam beropini (mempertahankan pendapat sekuat tenaga)
7.     senang bertanya (bertanya menunjukkan kita sudah mengerti, tetapi belum lengkap)

Ketujuh hal di atas, harus muncul dalam pola pembelajaran yang efektif di dalam kelas.

1. Tujuan pembelajaran (dalam RPP) harus jelas.
2. Memiliki jadwal pembelajaran yang terang (apa dulu yang mau dipelajari)
3. Strategi pembelajaran yang harus diterapkan diadaptasi dengan kondisi bahan pelajaran dan siswa.
4. RPP dan kegiatan pembelajaran harus diisi dengan latihan (tugas)
5. Guru harus bisa memunculkan daya saing antar-siswa (berjiwa kompetitif)
6. Guru harus bisa membimbing siwa biar mau dan bisa mempertahankan pendapatnya.
7. Guru harus membimbing siswa biar mau menanyakan hal yang masih belum dipahami sepenuhnya.

Nah, kalau bahan Cara Belajar yang Efektif di atas diberikan kepada siswa, tentu siswa akan kesulitan. Maka, untuk 'menebus dosa' di atas. Perlu disampaikan tips dan trik (cara) berguru yang efektif yang bisa diterapkan oleh siswa.

Cara Belajar Efektif untuk Siswa 

Seperti yang telah disinggung di depan. Cara berguru tolong-menolong tidak bisa dibakukan. Antara anak satu dengan anak yang lain. Maka, masing-masing siwa harus bisa menemukan kenyamanan dalam belajar. Perlu juga disampaikan kepada akseptor didik, akseptor MPLS, bahwa segala sesuatu yaitu sumber pelajaran. Jadi, bukan sekadar buku. Berikut ini klarifikasi lengkapnya.

Kondisi Nyaman sebagai Penunjang Cara Belajar yang Baik dan Efektif

Kondisi nyaman, mengandung unsur aman, tidak membayakan, tidak ingin berpindah. Misalnya, daerah belajarnya yaitu di dalam kelas. Maka, kondisi kelas harus diperhatikan kebersihannya, penerangannya, ventilasi udara, suhu udaranya, suasananya (tidak bising). Kalau contohnya kelasnya kurang nyaman, siswa dan guru berhak mengubah posisi duduk, mengubah penataan ruang kelas. Atau bahkan berhak memindah kelas ke bawah pohon yang rindang. Misalnya. Agar suasana nyaman.

Kalau daerah belajarnya di rumah. Seorang siswa bisa berguru di daerah yang ia suka. Di manapun. Asal tidak membahayakan. Tidak harus di meja belajar. Tidak harus dengan lampu belajar. 

Tidak Perlu Mengulang Pelajaran di Rumah

Sebenarnya, tingkat keefektifan berguru itu ditentukan juga dengan ragam aktifitas. Untuk mencapai sebuah keberhasilan berguru (arti berguru secara umum), tidak harus mengulang bahan yang ada di dalam kelas. Membacanya kembali di rumah. Tidak perlu.

Yang perlu dilakukan adalah, memahami betul bahan yang disampaikan oleh guru ketika di kelas. Pahami. Cerna. Kalau tidak paham tanyakan. Di rumah, tidak perlu lagi membaca hal yang sudah diterima. Di rumah, baca buku lain. Baca informasi lain. Dengan demikian, informasi yang diterima akan lebih luas.

Nonton Televisi Juga Belajar

Tentu saja, ini harus digarisbahawahi tontonlah tontonan yang berisi ilmu pengetahuan. Misalnya televisi berita. Atau, acara-acara televisi yang memberikan informasi penetahuan seperi kehidupan binatang liar.

Ini menurut pengalaman pribadi. Sejak SD sudah bahagia nonton isu di televisi, ikut-ikutan orang tua. Maka, untuk mata pelajaran Pendidikan Kewarganegaraan dan Sejarah, saya tidak perlu membuka buku. 

Perisitwa Reformasi misalnya, sudah paham melalui televisi. Hak-hak anggota DPR, sudah sering dibahas juga dalam berita. Maka tidak perlu berguru hal menyerupai itu.

Setiap Tindakan pada Dasarnya yaitu Belajar

Sering kita dengar bahwa 'pengalaman yaitu guru yang paling baik' tapi guru acapkali lupa mengingatkan anak didiknya untuk menghormati sang guru yang paling baik itu. Pengalaman. 

Masing-masing insan niscaya bisa berguru melalui pengalaman. Kita ambil contoh, kegiatan menciptakan layang-layang. Seorang anak yang pernah menciptakan layang-layang dengan tangannya sendiri tolong-menolong beliau telah berguru berbagai wacana banyak hal. Mulai dari menentukan bambu, memotong, meraut, mengukur, menempel, hingga menerbangkan layang-layang.

Bis disimpulkan bahwa, cara berguru yang paling efektif yang bisa diterapkan dalam kehidupan aktual pada dasarnya ada dua: 1) lakukan banyak hal; 2) kaitkan yang telah kita lakukan dengan ilmu pengetahun yang kita peroleh. Pasti akan lebih mengena, lebih paham, dan belajarnya lebih efekif.
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