Hello Everyone!

[Neocat]

Hello from California!

A couple of weeks ago I read Phil Town’s book called Rule #1, then I got on Investopedia and got hooked! I was totally clueless about the stock market before that.

By the way, Phil Town’s blogs are a great source of information about safely investing (http://philtown.typepad.com/phil_towns_blog).

I am supposed to be out selling real estate, but since Investopedia I’ve only gone into the office when they were having free food. Now I am addicted to making lots of money really fast with options. It’s more fun than Freecell and I can make real money with it once I know enough to invest real money.

I recently made a web site for my fiancé that’s working well for keeping him busy with new customers (www.MrGillsConstruction.com). Good thing too, because that Investopedia money just isn’t paying for the groceries!

I am still trying to figure out what I want to be when I grow up. I’ve been in real estate almost two years. Before that I taught high school math for two years (algebra and geometry). Before that I was a computer network consultant, network administrator, senior tech support, computer builder/fixer, and a programmer.

Happy Blogging!

Crystal

[Stocktrading101]

Hey Crystal! A big welcome from Michigan and I look forward to seeing you around the community! If you need anything make sure to ask.

[gijoe9]

Hi Crystal from Trail BC Canada. I am in my 40's and still do not know what I want to be when I grow up and some of the most interesting people I have ever met were the same. I usually last about 6 mos to 5 yrs at any job then I am off to a new one. Careful with the options esay to get burnt even if you are careful but man can you make some serious coin when you win. Enjoy the forums and the community.
Joe

[Neocat]

Hi Joe,

I looked at your profile and found that we are the same age. I've never made it to 3 yrs in any job. I am usually hating it the first year. Oh well, making a few million in the stock market will solve that problem. Good thing for Investopedia so that I can experiment like crazy until I start making more than I lose. I think the market started going down the same day I got my Investopedia account (I actually feel a little guilty, like I jinxed it), but that is keeping me humble about my abilities and keeping me from using real money for now!

Crystal

[gijoe9]

Crystal,
Well you can make money when the market moves up or down. I am sure you have already checked out the tutorials at investopedia and Blain gives lessons if you ask him but I like to do the experiment thing myself
Joe

[Neocat]

I am a Realtor, and I also manage some property. I've been going to the seminars on foreclosures (the cheap ones, or else I find a way to get in for free), but I haven't done much in this area. It seems like the biggest money in foreclosures right now is made by the people giving the seminars. 600 people in a room that paid $400 each to be there....hmmm, well I feel sorry for the people who just got a notice of default because there is going to be a stampede to their door.

[Stocktrading101]

I am a Realtor, and I also manage some property. I've been going to the seminars on foreclosures (the cheap ones, or else I find a way to get in for free), but I haven't done much in this area. It seems like the biggest money in foreclosures right now is made by the people giving the seminars. 600 people in a room that paid $400 each to be there....hmmm, well I feel sorry for the people who just got a notice of default because there is going to be a stampede to their door.

That's a hefty chunk of change for a seminar...

[Neocat]

Yes, $400! I couldn't believe it either when I found out from a friend who had seen me there.