PZR, dismiss the remarks from a number of the heroes out there, the interwebs are full of keyboard warriors and pros. If you are trading profitably then that's all that matters, in the end the aim is to make a profit and it is nobody else's place. We trade but in precisely the same market, that's what is amazing about markets. I've been in this game as the 80's, seen in plenty come and go the end forget the noisemakers. As you've seen, some move on about the brokers and markets and how they are against traders with slippage etc.. If these things are such a huge issue to them then they are either with the wrong broker or in the wrong match....or most probably both.

You'll find some interesting advice on the internet, however you'll discover even more garbage. Individuals who have time to post every couple of minutes generally aren't the ones you ought to be listening to. Hunt about, and make up your own mind on what's comment and have a laugh in the rest. Most forums are trading could be lonely,and so observe the remarks for what they are. Try to find some traders locally you can actually spend some time with each week. Not just to share ideas on trading, insulated and but the world in general, do not get stuck in a box.

Good to see you are making profits. Don't forget, trading is a business. . .pay yourself. Simply take some profit out each month and then leave the remainder to cultivate your account until it is too big as you would like it to be. 250k is plenty to begin creating a good income, but might take a while to get there. But if you take some profit as you gosoon you'll have regained your investment, then which take off some pressure and will make a massive difference emotionally. There is no use doing this, if you do not cover yourself. As soon as your account reaches a balance you believe is workable to offer an income, clear it and invest the profit elsewhere. Don't leave all your eggs in one basket.

Good trading and Revel in.