Trading Basics

Stock Trading Basics
How to Choose a Stop Price

Where’s the Stop? Definition of a Stop We’ve written previously about how to choose a stop level, and are going to expand on that with this article. A stop price is the point that you … read more How to Choose a Stop Price

Stock Trading Basics
Volume as a Trade Indicator

Volume Volume is simply a measure of how many shares of stock have traded over a given period of time. It’s one of the most basic and accessible numbers out there, but can still provide … read more Volume as a Trade Indicator

Stock Trading Basics
How to Choose a Target Price

Target Prices Sometimes in trading it is easier to see where a stop should be placed to limit the potential downside of a trade, than it is to find a suitable target price for the … read more How to Choose a Target Price

Stock Trading Basics
Small Account—How To Get Started

Getting Started Recently one of our Wanderer subscribers asked: Any insight for folks asking for trading advice who don’t have a lot to invest (sub $5k)? Other than, “work harder, save faster” of course. 😉 … read more Small Account—How To Get Started

Stock Trading Basics
Pulling the Trigger

Pulling the Trigger Does anyone else struggle with pulling the trigger on a trade? Always seems like too many options and I can’t decide on which one to do. This is a question that a … read more Pulling the Trigger

Stock Trading Basics
Pre and Post-Market Trading

After Hours Trading Pre-market trading in stocks occurs from 4 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. EST, and after-hours trading on a day with a normal session takes place from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. With the … read more Pre and Post-Market Trading

Was the Juice Worth the Squeeze?

If you are reading this, chances are that you like to explore. To you, the earth isn’t such a large place. But to some, anything beyond the border is something to fear and fret about. … read more Was the Juice Worth the Squeeze?

Over the Shoulder, a Backwards Glance

Whether you use an existing software program or doodle on paper, reviewing the year that’s passed is good practice. Just like that, 2020 is but a memory. Now we are left to pick up the … read more Over the Shoulder, a Backwards Glance

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Buy-and-Hold Portfolio

At Wanderer we recognize there is no one-size-fits-all investing solution for every person. Depending on where you are in life, or in your current wanderings, what you need out of your investments will change. Someone … read more Buy-and-Hold Portfolio

Stock Trading Basics
How to Choose a Stop Level

Every trade is entered with the understanding that it could very well turn into a loss. The important part is knowing what that loss would be, and if it happens, sticking to it. Taking a … read more How to Choose a Stop Level