Originally Posted by
focusv8
Before you start with cash, pick a portfolio, on paper not for real.
Follow the share prices, sell / buy , on paper not for real, when you think it's right.
If after 6 months you've still got at least the original value, think about spending real cash, if you've lost money give up the idea altogether.
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Past performance is no guide to the future
If you want to however use this idea...
www.iii.co.uk have a very good "Virtual Portfolio" service.