Jim Makos Blog

There are many different ways to make a bet, and there is no doubt that you can really begin to enjoy your favourite sports more if you place a financial interest in the outcome. Sports spread bettingis one method which has become increasingly popular in recent years, with over one million people involved annually. But what [...]

In order to start with spread betting, you need money, a strategy, and, of course, a spread betting account. Assuming you already have a plan and the money to execute it, you now need to choose a spread betting firm where you will be placing your bets. Choosing the right company is as important as [...]

Financial Spread Bettingcan be an exciting activity, especially when you’re winning. But it can rapidly become a nightmare if you throw in your money without a plan. An educated approach towards financial spread betting is essential to maximise your trading profits. In order to succeed, we’ve created some tips to help you improve your trading, [...]

In 1974, Stuart Wheeler founded Investors Gold Index. The purpose was to create a trading platform to trade gold more easily and to avoid the large costs of trading the commodity itself. Very soon, the name was shortened to IG Index, and the product offer start being expanded. The success led to the introduction of [...]

Financial spread bettingcan be a very effective way to trade the stock market, avoiding commissions and complexity, and making the most of your money. Here are some advantages of spread betting over regular financial trading. 1. Say goodbye to broker commissions You don’t pay commission every time you buy and sell a spread bet contract. [...]