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1. About this site
2. The philosophy
3. I'm new at trading stocks, can I still benefit from your site?
4. As a non-member, can I still use the information on the home page?
5. As a member, how do I use the signals to trade stocks?
6. Who and what is this website for and what are the membership privileges?
7. General questions about trading stocks using the system
8. The subscription process
9. My membership and how to modify my information
10. I can't find the answer to my question, how do I contact you?
    

1. About this site

Viewable on the home page is the Action Center: it contains the information that is required to successfully trade the stock market on a regular basis with our "home growned" robust trading system. From recommended buy and sell signals, all generated one day in advance to showing the end results, all is posted in total transparency. With obvious and ongoing results that the system provides comes a sense of legitimacy. Not only is the system easy to follow, it is also unequivocal. One of the most remarkable things about the Stocks & Bulls system is that its signals go against most instincts: it literally tells you to buy while the market is on the way down and to sell as it is on the way up. Even under tough conditions, it seeks to maximize gains and minimize losses on a carefully selected list of stocks with high liquidity, above par consistency and generally favorable trend .

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2. The Philosophy

Many years of experience shaped the Stocks & Bulls system into one capable of detecting logical and profitable buy and sell signals quite accurately on stocks, without any guesswork left for users to do. Trading is an emotional endeavour which must be countered with facts to be consistent and, therefore, profitable. Facts can be the comprehensive results from back testing; the results from trading in adverse market conditions, to the results of exiting a favorable trade just in the right place most of the time. A perfect trading system isn't one that generates profitable trades 100% of the time: it is one which generates more profits than losses in a consistent manner.

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3. I'm new at trading stocks, can I still benefit from your site? 

A: Definitely! The buy and sell signals are clearly posted, as they happen. You are never left to your own devices. Refering to the "Tutorial" link on the home page will provide the required information on how to take advantage of the wealth of money present in trading stocks using this system. Using the "Contact Us" link, also located on the home page, will return answers to your questions in a timely fashion.

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4. As a non-member, can I still use the information on the home page?

A: Unfortunately not. You must become a member.

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5. As a member, how do I use the signals to trade stocks?

A: Refering to the "Tutorial" link on the home page will provide the required information on how to take advantage of the wealth of money present in trading stocks using this system.

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6. Who and what is this website for and what are the membership privileges:

This website is for: 1) Trading the stock market in a regular, profitable manner 2) Traders who want to make a living at trading or diversify 3) Experienced and novice traders alike 4) Relatively quick trading, averaging about 14 days per trade 5) Traders who don't want to monitor the markets during the day 6) Traders who don't mind looking every evening to see if there is a new signal for the next day 7) Traders who want to use their own broker or bank 8) Traders who enjoy having support along the way Membership priviledges: Members see all stock names and make profits on a regular basis Members take advantage of a carefully selected list of stocks that deliver profits  Members rely on a robust trading system that remains strong in adverse conditions Members don't have to be riveted on their computer screens all day No download necessary and members see the charts for the ongoing trades Members have the option to receive email alerts for every posted signals

 
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7. General questions about trading stocks using your system

Q: What sets you apart?
A: The system is profitable, consistent and simple. Of course, receiving signals a day in advance is practically unheard of and looking at the trade history gives you a good idea about the results.

Q: Can you tell me more about how the signals are triggered?
A: It's a simple, logical, unchanging yet adaptive program that detects favorable market conditions. When those conditions are met the system issues the signals that are, then, posted. We never omit to post a signal that is issued to keep the results consistent and to eliminate the fear and greed factors.

Q: When will the buy and sell signals be posted?
A: Usually in the evening after the market close of 4:00 PM EST. There will be a posting on the home page to confirm that it has been updated.

Q: How many days can elapse between a buy and a sell signal?
A: The average is about 14 days, though it doesn't feel this way when you are in a trade that lingers past the 14 days. The quickest is 1 day and the longest is rarely above 30 days.

Q: Why are your signals generated for such a short period of time?
A: When the system was designed, there was no time limit in mind as far as buy and sell signals. What mattered was that it was profitable. It just happened to turn out this way.

Q: Is there an automatic log out after a certain period of inactivity?
A: After 2 hours of inactivity, you will be required to login again.

Q: Do you modify your trading system now and then?
A: No. Not even a little. Although market conditions do change, the system interprets those changes. The results are consistent and profitable.

Q: What's the best way to trade this system?
A: Follow the plan "to the T". Switch your mind from 'repair mode' to 'ride mode'. The gearbox is already set to high and the shock absorbers are already in place. Let go of the 'what ifs' and 'should haves'. Arriving at the finish line first, second or third is good enough for a prize. Accept losses as they are inevitable, but look at the global results for reassurance. Try not to stray from the system or to trade while guided by fear and greed.

Q: Why are some stocks not considered?
A: We only opt for great solid stocks with high liquidity, adequate volatility, consistency, reliability and that are going through a generally favorable trend (up, sideways or even lightly down).

Q: Do you ever trade the same stocks?
A: Yes. The stocks we post generally perform well for many months and sometimes many years. We regularly scan thousands of stocks to constantly seek the best ones to post and most often the stocks that we already have come right back up. We do trade some stocks over and over again, as long as the outcome is profitable.

Q: I'm not from the United States or Canada; can I trade the stocks from your website?
A: Yes. Your broker or your online banking must have access to these North American stocks.

Q: I'm an investor based in the United States; can I trade Canadian stocks?
A: There are two ways: your broker must have the option to trade on the TSE (Toronto Stock Exchange) or you can buy the Canadian stocks that have a dual listing (TSE and NYSE or AMEX). They ususally have very similar trading results.

Q: Is there an advantage of one country over the other to trade stocks in?
A: The only advantage of trading both markets in a smoother equity curve, but the stats collected over the years clearly demonstrate that the results, to date, are virtually identical in all fields.

Q: Do you provide signals for penny stocks and start up companies?
A: No. They are too unpredictable and too volatile. It is preferable to focus on well-established companies for consistency purposes.

Q: Are your signals provided one day in advance, on the trading day or after the fact?
A: One day in advance. After the market close the signals are posted indicating what to do the following day. There are no conditions that would nil the signals after they are issued (except if you decide to use the tip that appears when you hover your mouse over the [S] icon when one is present on the Action Center's two tables).

Q: What can I do to prepare for using your system?
A: Psychologically, if your first live trade happens to be a loss, look at the global results shown on the charts as a reminder that there will be gains. Though very few, short dry spells using the system do occur and they are not welcome; it's not that the system stopped working but rather that the market conditions are not ideal for the moment. It's an up and down ride sometimes but the focus should be on global results. Fear and greed factors can be conquered!

Q: On Friday evening, your system issued a buy (or sell) signal for the following day, is it still valid for Monday?
A: Yes, absolutely. The system doesn't look at what day of the week it is. Even big news over the weekend, after the signal was issued, is irrelevant.

Q: Your system gave a sell signal but then the price kept rising for days/weeks/months! Should I have stayed in?
A: No, not at all! This will work against you over time. The Stocks & Bulls system is consistent, it doesn't dwell on the opportunities it misses and it is designed to take in regular profits. It's best to be consistent even if it means smaller gains at time. One has to consider taking the good with the bad as far as a system's performance goes: the bad sometimes mean letting go of some potential gains, all in the name of showing consistent profits in the end. This is one of the hardest things most investors face: letting go of "what could have been" and concentrate on what works.
 
Q: Your system issues buy signals when the market is going down and sell signals when it's on the rise!?
A: That's right. The system has the ability to detect when a reasonable low has occurred and when a reasonable high has been reached. Part of the system's strength is to buy low and sell high. Sounds familiar? Successful traders think so.
 
Q: When I got your buy signal, I called my broker but he/she advised me against buying the stock because the price was going down. What should I do?
A: The system generates buy signals when the price is on its way down; that's how it works. It is based on short term trading, averaging 14 days and although it is near impossible to identify a precise turning point in the market (unless it's in the past), the system is usually in the ball park. Worry not. The key is consistency and the price to pay is to let go of the fear factor. One thing to say to the broker is that you are following the signals issued by a robust trading system.
 
Q: When I got your sell signal, I called my broker but he/she advised me against selling the stock because the price was moving in my favor!
A: The system generates sell signals when the price is on its way up, that's how it works. When the price starts to fall back down it is too late to sell for a reasonable profit. Sometimes it will work in your favor to stay in a day longer or so, but globally, by doing so, you will likely lose rather than gain. The key is consistency and the price to pay is to let go of the greed factor. One thing to say to the broker is that you are following the signals issued by a robust trading system.
 
Q: Do you have preset market targets?
A: No, never. The system issues sell signals according to current market conditions and they vary accordingly. Essentially there is one, but it is unknown until the day before the sell signal.
 
Q: Do you have preset stop losses?
A: No, never. The system issues sell signals according to current market conditions and they vary accordingly.  Essentially there is one, but it is unknown until the day before the sell signal.
 
Q: The data posted in the Action Center are the results of previous trading signals?
A: Yes. Sometimes your percentual return will be even better. The system does not have any advantage over you. The open price is used to post the figures in teh Action Center for consistency but in real trading, you will have slightly above or slightly below the system's fill price at the open. Also, because of the usually large volume on these select stocks, getting a quick and accurate fill on your orders is very likely. If you can, use the tip posted when you hover the mouse over the [S] icon in the Action Center tables on the home page for higher percentual returns.
 
Q: It's not fun when there is a loss!
A: Agreed. It's a nuisance, just like running through a pothole on the road. However, the occasional loss becomes part of the routine and is acceptable as we look at the global result. The good news is that we get immuned over time.
 
Q: When I get a loss on a trade, should I refrain from trading that stock again?
A: Not at all. A loss on a trade is irrelevant to what that stock can do next. Generally we don't change roads after running through a pothole, right? As most cars, the system is designed to absorb the losses. It's almost unbelievable how the system will simply keep searching and finding profitable trades on the same stock over and over again, right after a loss, however important it might have seemed. If and when a stock becomes unstable, it will not be used for trading.
 
Q: How can I add some excitement without getting burned?
A: After receiving a sell signal, you can certainly try using the tip that appears in a pop-up when you hover your mouse above an [S] icon from the tables in the Action Center.

Q: Do I need real time stock quotes to use the tip that appears when I hover my mouse over an [S] icon?
A: Yes. Most commonly your online banking comes with an investment account option where you can have real time quotes (to the second) or place stop and limit orders. Alternatively, you may opt for a real-time online service or use the services of a broker who accepts stop and limit orders. We do not provide real time quotes or brokerage services.

Q: What happens if the Internet is down and I can't see your site?
A: Although few and far in between, this unfortunate circumstance is out of our hands. Our host server has a remarkably low down time, normally attributed to upgrades. The Internet is usually very reliable. Please note, though, that no compensation will be issued for Internet downtime.

Q: How would you expect the system to perform in another major market down trend like in 2000-2002?
A: First we trade short term, usually less than three weeks from the time we bought a stock to the time we sold the same stock. Then the system searches for more profitable trades using favorable markets trends: when the markets become unfavorable, no signals are issued for the downwards stocks and therefore we are not in those markets as it falls. On a prolonged down trend, we might be a while without receiving many buy signals and so we wait, without incuring losses. However, even during the 2000-2002 meltdown, there was still some stocks moving upwards, generating profitable signals.

Q: Do you have any recommendation on how I should manage my capital? 
A: It varies greatly according to an investor's style and the size of the capital. Simply, we recommend to buy as much stocks that are posted for the country of your choice simply to diversify. No one or two down trades should be able to take away a sizable amount from the capital. 

Q: Do you take responsibility for losses?
A: The responsibility that we took upon ourselves was to design a system that would tip the balance towards gains using a considerable number of positive edges. Though we can harness profits from the market using the system through a list of selectively favorable stocks, it's just impossible to predict what the market might decide to do. We don't take responsibility for losses yet we have everything to gain from offering a consistent and profitable trading system. The "Disclaimer" link provides more details.

Q: What are the trading hours?
A: 9:30 am to 4:00 pm Eastern time, Monday to Friday for both the American and Canadian markets .

Q: What are the market trading Holiday schedules for 2010?
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Q: There seems to be an error in one of your postings!
A: Please email us immediately with the details using the "Contact Us" link. We will investigate and post any corrections if necessary. We thank you in advance. 

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8. The subscription process
 
Q: How do I subscribe?
A: By clicking on the "Subscription" link on the main menu, you will be guided through the subscription process where you will also find a step-by-step simple guide.
 
Q: What about security and confidentiality issues and my financial details?
A: We use PayPal, an internationally renowned and secure (VeriSign) payment system to process every subscription. We never see anyone's financial details as PayPal is responsible for security/confidentiality issues. There will be no spaming from Stocks & Bulls; only an email containing your temporary password during the subscription process will be sent to you. We do not provide any of your details to any third party, ever. The same applies when you use the "Send to friend" button or the "Contact Us" link.

Q: Is the renewal of my subscription automatic?
A: Only If you chose so: you may select this option during registration or after (when you login and access your account) but you must be a PayPal account holder. You can select or unselect this option at anytime from within your profile.

Q: What are the package options?
A: All package options are located in the subscription page.

Q: Do you have a free trial?
A: There used to be but there was too much abuse.

Q: I didn't receive a confirmation notice from your site 24 hours after subscribing. What should I do?
A: A confirmation notice is sent to you automatically the moment you subscribe. It is likely stored in your Internet spam filtering system where you can still retrieve it. Worth noticing is the spam filtering system sometimes also deletes unrecognized emails upon reception or after 24 hours. It might be the case that it was deleted by accident on your computer and that it can still be retrieved. Also, a mistake could have been made while you typed your email address during the subscription process, or that you used a different email address than the one you are currently trying to retrieve the confirmation notice email from. If these attempts fail, please email us using the link "Contact Us" on the main menu and we'll gladly assist you. (Note: adding 'contactus@stocksandbulls.com' to your email contact list before the subscription is submitted will also make it easier for you to receive our subscription email and any other future correspondence should you eventually use our "Contact Us" link).
 
Q: Can I extend or renew my subscription and am I in full control of this process?
A: Yes. To extend your subscription, click on "Your Account Settings" after you login and select a package. The number of days of your new subscription will simply be added to your current account regardless of whether you choose a 1, 3, 6 or 12-month. To renew, simply login then access your account (even though your subscription is expired, you will still be able to login) and proceed with the renewal.

Q: My country's currency is not the US currency shown on your subscription form; what will happen when I subscribe?
A: The independently-owned and secure PayPal subscription system will automatically convert your currency to the US currency. There are no conversion fees, no taxes or any hidden fees from our side.
 
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9. My membership, privileges and how to modify my information
 
Q: How do I modify my membership information?
A: After login, click on "Account" from the main menu and you will have the option to change your information.
 
Q: What happens if I forget my password?
A: Click on the "Password reminder" link located in the Login box on the home page and an email with your password will automatically be sent to you, normally within a few minutes. Remember that the email we sent you might be stored in your Internet spam filtering system if you haven't added "contactus@stocksandbulls.com" to your contact list.  Should this attempt fail, please click on the link "Contact Us" to send us an email with this issue.

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10.  I can't find the answer to my question, how do I contact you?
A: By clicking on the "Contact Us" link located on the main menu, you may simply write your email address, your comment and click "Send". This FAQ's section will be updated periodically according to the comments that we receive.   Note: We recommend using the "Contact Us" link because e-mailed messages may not make it through the Internet's various mail filters.

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