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To: t36 who wrote (11167)	12/22/1997 10:19:00 PM
From: sepku	Read Replies (1) of 77400

>>>i use a broker from smith barney, i have been with him for 18 years..he is ready to retire soon, i dont have the heart to leave him..so i pay anywhere from 75 to 90 depending if smith barney makes a market in it.<<< Ok, I can see where you're coming from concerning the commissions now. Depending on the size of your position, that could impede your ability to profit on the smallest increment possible. Plus, if you don't feel comfortable with trading, then perhaps it's not for you. When I had an account with Merril Lynch many years ago (leeches!), they used to hit me for $300 a pop, and their advice was consistently horrendous...I already mentioned previously why I think that was the case. Now I have a Prudential account, and my commissions through there are based on a % of capital traded -- so it gets very pricey, too. But I use that only for long-term (IRA) and funds. Have you considered opening up a discount brokerage account for shorter-term investments? BTW - my Pru broker is a friend, and I wouldn't leave her either. I'll email you about the fave stock, etc. Style Pts.

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