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Category Archives: Investment Goals
My Portfolio Retired Before I Did: Semi‑Retired Investing in the Age of AI and DeFi
Learn how semi‑retired investors can build a chill-but-profitable portfolio using simple buckets for safety, growth, and a small “spicy” sleeve in AI and DeFi. Discover how to use automation and AI tools without turning your retirement into a second full‑time job. Continue reading
Posted in Crypto, cryptocurrency, Investment Goals
Tagged crypto, cryptocurrency, finance, investing
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TANSTAAFL: The Price of Chasing Profit Unicorns
The pursuit of alternative investments highlights the principle of TANSTAAFL—there’s always a cost. While these investments promise diversification and profit, they come with hidden fees, emotional stress, and opportunity costs. Success requires realistic expectations, thorough research, and understanding that efforts and failures contribute to learning in the investment journey. Continue reading
What Should I Invest In, Dad?
The author, a former bot farm owner, advises against investing in bots as a primary source of retirement income, based on negative experiences. Instead, they recommend mutual funds and building up savings. They express concern for their kids’ financial future and emphasize the importance of avoiding bot investments until they have a substantial retirement fund. Continue reading
Posted in algorithmic trading, Investment Goals, Risk
Tagged algo-trading, forex-trading, investing
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Two-Day Honeymoon Continues
Summary:
The Octane bot has performed exceptionally well, achieving nearly 6% within 48 hours, surpassing the monthly goal of 4%. Considering its productivity, the user plans to raise the goal to 8-10%. Despite past issues, the bot’s performance justifies the sacrifice of minimal server logins for monitoring through the OX Securities app. Continue reading
Posted in algorithmic trading, EFX, Investment Goals, Octane
Tagged algo-trading, forex-trading, investing
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Reluctant Enthusiasm
The author openly shares frustration over recent financial losses, vowing to address the situation with transparency and honesty. To mitigate further losses, they are adjusting their investment strategies and closely monitoring performance. The focus shifts towards long-term gains, with only successful investments earning promotion. The post reflects a determination to reboot and improve their financial journey. Continue reading
Posted in algorithmic trading, Investment Goals, Risk
Tagged algo-trading, forex-trading, investing
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Shuffling Some Funds
The writer experienced losses in their Precision gold-scalping and Octane accounts last month. Although Precision has been performing well, the Octane bot remains inactive. To maximize returns, the writer transferred funds from the Octane account to Precision and adjusted the lot size. They also transferred money from Precision to Aviator to manage risk. Continue reading
Posted in algorithmic trading, Aviator, Investment Goals, Octane, Precision
Tagged algo-trading, Aviator, forex-trading, investing, Octane, Precision
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May 2024 – State Of The Bots
The author experienced a mix of success and setbacks in their trading activities over the past four months. Despite losing a significant amount with EFX Octane and facing challenges with other bots, they remain optimistic. Their goal is to cover the cost of the bots with their earnings and to refrain from making any major changes in May. Continue reading
Posted in algorithmic trading, Aviator, EFX, Gold Digger, Investment Goals, Octane, Precision, Pro FX, The Fed
Tagged algo-trading, Aviator, Gold Digger, Octane, Precision, Pro FX, The Fed
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Someone Is Buying The Precision
The friend decided to use the Precision bot for income despite its recent crash. To support his choice, an updated income/expense chart was created, showing a $10,000 investment after bot costs. The bot’s average daily earnings of $78 to $165 could yield a 10% monthly profit, although larger lot sizes pose higher risks. With 20 trading days per month, success seems likely, but caution is advised. Continue reading
Posted in algorithmic trading, Investment Goals, Precision, scalping
Tagged Algo trading bots, gold algo-trading bots
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My Trading Bot Goals Looking Forward
The writer outlines their goals for their trading bots, emphasizing the need for diversified broker options due to regulatory concerns. They aim to consistently earn $10,000-$30,000 monthly and withdraw profits in 2025. Additionally, they consider adding bots for crypto and options trading and plan to limit total investments to 10% of their retirement funds. Continue reading
Posted in algorithmic trading, Investment Goals
Tagged algo-trading, forex-trading, fx-trading, investment goals
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