subject: Forex Education [print this page] Whatever direction you decide to take as a trader, make sure that you don't spend unnecessary money or time on trading methods that are overly complicated. There are many scammers out there trying to sell forex trading software that looks and sounds effective, but really is nothing more than a marketing ploy. Free forex training can be just as effective as paying for it; it all depends on the authenticity of the creator of the forex training and what method they are teaching. Make sure you get your forex education from a trusted source, preferably someone who actually trades for a living and has a natural knack for teaching. Do the proper research before investing in any forex training system and you should be able to find enough objective information to make the right decision.