Hi all,

I am relatively new to share trading and thought I would try and break the ice with a few fundamental questions regarding brokers.

Over the past year or so I have been using a demo MT4 account and trying my luck trading FOREX, commodities and metals. However, I am yet to set up a live account. My downfall has been in locating a broker that I feel is trust worthy and cheap. I am keen to setup a trading account using an STP broker, however, looking online is a bit difficult as there are hundreds out there. I am seeking a little guidance on the matter and would greatly appreciate any recomendations on some brokers that have been good in the past or advice on how to go about selecting a broker that suites my trading style.

I am always seeking to further educate my self on the subject of investing in shares and I would also be interested in hearing any recommendations regarding books to read relating to share trading/investing/fundamental analysis.

Thanks in advance for any responses.

Cheers