What they say is true. Everything is on the internet. Things that weren't possible years ago can now be done online. One of these is buying and selling stocks, securities or futures in the same day, or what we now call as day trading.
There are tons of websites available on this topic, some assuring more success than others. What exactly are these websites for and what can they do to help?
These sites provide you with financial knowledge in order for you to make wise investment choices and trade successfully. They also provide you with education such as the meaning and importance of analysis and systems and also the interpretation of charts and figures that any day trader must know.
Others go the extra mile by providing mentoring and teaching as well as real time suggestions. They also allot a portion of their sites to answer questions raised by traders. Because answers are often not given on time, some give instant answers through seminars on the topic. You can check these sites to see seminar schedules in your city or locality.
In looking at these trading sites, take note that these sites offer different services and charge differently as well. Also, take note of disclaimers found at the bottom of the page. Some post track records, but can they actually monitor the performance of all traders? What they usually show are simulated or hypothetical results which may or may not be the same as actual trading. Therefore, these are mere guides to help you decide. You must trust your instincts to follow or not to follow them at all.
Once you know the basics, you can develop your own trading strategies. It is not advisable to copy investments or strategies of others because trading is on a case to case basis.
These websites and tutorials can only help you in so far as making the right choices. In short, they can only educate and suggest. The information is there to help you come up with your own logical, well-thought decisions, but decisions will have to come from you.
Bottom line, success in day trading depends solely on the trader himself. After all, you only have yourself to blame in instances when you lose money because of a bad decision. So learn what you need to know, and choose well. Good luck and happy trading!