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HONOREES

NOTICE:  BECAUSE OF INFORMATION RECEIVED ON OUR PREVIOUS LISTINGS, WE HAVE REVIEWED THE HONOREES SITES AND HAVE REMOVED SOME OF THOSE THAT NO LONGER FIT WITHIN OUR GUIDELINES.  WHETHER FOR COMPLIANCE OR CONTACT REASONS, WE FELT THAT TO LEAVE THESE COMPANIES ON THE LIST WOULD NOT BE A GOOD SERVICE TO OUR VISITORS. 

ALTHOUGH WE DO NOT ENDORSE ANY COMPANY, WE MAKE EVERY ATTEMPT TO ENSURE THAT OUR LIST OF HONOREES IS THE KIND OF FIRM THAT EACH OF OUR VISITORS WOULD WANT TO DO BUSINESS WITH.

The following Company Websites have been visited and reviewed for the Excellence Award.  It is believed that in the opinion of Investment Reference and the person recommending the site, these sites put forth an honest and responsible attitude with respect to futures trading.  They meet the requirements of NFA Rule 2-29 with regard to proper disclaimers, and appear to offer more than just an opportunity to open an account.  The sites also project confidence and several include educational material and/or links for that purpose.

Although Investment Reference will never directly refer or recommend where a customer should trade, we feel the sites listed below are a tremendous place to start.  We believe that by visiting these sites and calling to speak with a representative at these locations, you will find the rep you wish to work with, and your search will be over.  The educational sites will be a real asset to your learning experience, and several of the creators of these sites will be happy to speak with you personally.  Investment Reference has had personally dealings with many of the sites below, either in its consulting capacity, or as a customer.

NOTE:   ALL SITES ARE LISTED IN ALPHABETICAL ORDER AND NO CONCLUSION SHOULD BE DRAWN THAT ONE COMPANY IS BETTER THAN THE OTHER BECAUSE OF ITS PLACE OF LISTING.

IT SHOULD ALSO BE NOTED THAT NEITHER INVESTMENT REFERENCE NOR ITS PRINCIPALS HAVE ANY AFFILIATION WITH ANY OF THESE FIRMS, NOR TO THEY RECEIVE ANY PAYMENT OR FEES FOR PLACEMENT ON THIS PAGE.  THIS IS MEANT TO BE AN HONEST EVALUATION OF EACH FIRM, IN THE INTEREST OF ASSISTING THE OLD AND NEW INVESTOR ALIKE IN MAKING AN INFORMED SELECTION OF THE COMPANIES THEY CHOOSE TO WORK WITH.


BROKERAGE:

Blue Crown Futures:  In their words..."Blue Crown Futures is a discount online and full service commodities futures broker and advisor for exchange-traded futures and options. Our objective is simple: To help you achieve your financial goals in the commodities market. If it's knowledge & experience you're looking for, we have it. If it's opportunity you seek, we help you identify and access it. If it's service you want, we provide it."  That says it all... Check them out.

Edge Futures In their words, is a client friendly commodity futures firm that puts the needs of the client ahead of its own.  Edge offers all types of accounts with a lot of information for the trader.  Be sure to go here before you make any decisions.

Freeman & Company:  An Introducing Broker since '94... They've been in business longer than many, that must mean they are doing it right.  Don't open an account until you check this group out.  Give them a call, and tell them we sent ya'.

lt-futures: An amazing site with a wealth of information and links.  This is a valuable resource page and "all about futures".  We highly recommend you visit this site and let them know how much you appreciate all the free and important information they offer.

Orion Futures Group... Service, Patience, Knowledge and Experience is their motto.  With an honest presentation as well as a fully loaded educational section, here is another brokerage that is worth checking out.

Oxford Futures, Inc.:  A wealth of information with a beautiful presentation.  Oxford Futures probably has just what you are looking for.   Education, Charts and quotes and even a link to watch live Bloomberg Market News. 

Smart Futures:    As they say: "Trade futures the smart way".  Check out all the features... 24 hour trading, flash fills, discounted rates, etc.  This looks like another place you had better see before opening that new account.

Transworld Futures A new comer to our list, but what a great website and format.  Offering not only accounts, but also great educational information and several alternatives for opening accounts.  Be sure to visit this group before opening your account with anyone.

EDUCATIONAL:

About online trading, a popular futures trading site since 1995, and featuring the widely acclaimed book by Mr. Scott Krieger:  How to Become a Real-Time Commodity Trader from Home.

Bruce Gould, a well known trader and educator in the futures industry, You shouldn't miss this opportunity for furthering your knowledge.

Commodity Trading School:  Now here is a site you do not want to miss.  So much information to help you learn to trade properly.  Free "webinars", guest speakers and lots more.  "The Original On-line Commodity Trading School".

At Futures Web, you'll find an endless futures and options resource.  This looks to be a "one-stop" information center.

RESEARCH AND SYSTEMS:

Commitment of Traders is one beautiful site when you need the commitment of traders, and if you are serious about your trading, you know this is essential.  You do need this site.

DAILYFUTURES.COM: A TOTALLY FREE source of commodity futures news, quotes, and research for the futures investor.  If you are already trading this should, without a doubt, be your first stop for research; fundamental or technical!

TRADING STRATEGIES:

Floyd Upperman & Associate: Commodity Trading Advisory service and more.


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