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In this stock market for dummies guide I'll give you a breakdown on what you'll need to get started:

1. Forget about instant profits!

When you start trading for the first time, forget about making millions and concentrate on the finer details. 78% of all traders fail due to missing the smaller but more important details because their biggest concern was making millions. You'll start realizing profits after some trail and errors so take things slow.

2. Email Alerts And Stock Market Updates

Subscribing to a popular newsletter that notifies you of changes in the stock market is always advisable. You can sign up to the FREE newsletter offered by OTC Stock Portal by CLICKING HERE.

Personally, i would be lost without the newsletter mentioned above as they seem to always have the edge when it comes to market predictions.

3. Forums

Forums are one of the most valuable sources of information on the internet. The ability to discuss a decision before you implement it can literally save you thousands of dollars. When faced with a difficult decision, simply head over to the forum and make a new post and listen to the opinion of others. Simply head over to Google and do a quick search for "Stock Trading Forums". As simple as that!

4. Danger! Fine Print Below!

When signing up with a new broker, be sure to read through the fine print in the terms of service and at the bottom of the page. Hundreds of people complain each and every month about a broker charging hidden costs. Please keep that in mind.

5. Broker Portfolio

If an expert stock trader was asked to join a broker, the individual would first go and take a look into the portfolio of the broker in question. Be sure to look at previous results, consistency and reliability. If you need a second opinion on a broker, just go back to the forum and create a new post about the broker in question.