This book is a practical guide to trading and using Contracts for Difference (CFDs). It also does a good job of summarizing the history of CFDs. Newcomers to this type of trading will learn the basics of trading CFDs and placing orders with brokerages. Moreover, traders of all types will learn techniques that will help them in their trade development.

I have been trading shares and various derivatives for the past 20 yrs. Over the past 8 years I have been intrigued by the befits of trading CFD’s, however for a long time I found myself sitting on the side lines not getting actively involved due to a lack of understanding. Recently I came into contact with the book “CFD’s Made Simple” by Ashley Jessen & Jeff Cartridge. This was a turning point for me as it opened the door on a whole new world…

I get many questions about CFDs and indeed CFD trading can be both exciting and rewarding, but the can appear complex at first sight. It democratises access to global financial markets and is one of the best ways to trade. But I have seen many would be traders fall at the first hurdles and struggle to understand where they went wrong. Knowledge is the key to success but good information is hard to find. There are many sales men peddling get rich …

In straightforward, easy to understand language this book sets out a solid, practical and well presented approach to trading CFDs. This book is a must read for anyone new to or thinking about trading CFDs as it sets out uncomplicated, strategic processes to help to get to grips with all a novice would need to know which can then be practically applied quickly.

CFDs made simple offers beginners through to advanced traders a complete approach to trading CFDs. Written to allow novice traders the knowledge to confidently tackle trading the often over complicated world of CFDs, this book is a great starting point. Basic trading principles are outlined, leading into the more complicated aspects of trading. This straight forward, concise trading book is also a valuable resource for all traders looking to b…

CFDs Made Simple is really not simple at all. It is a comprehensive guide to a power tool available to traders. As with any power tool you need the skill to use it effectively or you may end up hurting yourself. In this book Ashley and Jeff have provided an objective, informative, well-round and unbiased information about what you need to know and practice to make use of this trading tool. For example Chapter Five covers the importance of Trad…

‘CFDs Made Simple’ is a welcome and helpful contribution to the growing awareness of CFD trading. This book is a simple, informative and practical explanation of the CFD trading process. The writers present in such a realistic way and have an uncanning ability to communicate an easy to follow formula for succesful trading. ‘CFDs Made Simple’ is loaded with common sense and it should give readers the confidence to be succesful traders by follow…

This is a great starting point if you are considering the world of trading CFDs. It is easy to understand and not full of indecipherable jargon. Importantly, Ashley and Jeff discuss the risks in trading CFDs as well as the opportunities available through preparation and discipline. To gain a balanced and comprehensive overview of trading CFDs, I highly recommend you start by reading this book.

You could not find a more experienced pair of CFD traders and educators than Ashley and Jeff. I have known these guys for more than a decade on a professional level, and they have been at the forefront of the CFD market since it was first introduced in Australia. To have their collated wealth of experience put to paper, and succinctly outlined in this book, is an opportunity to tap directly into the minds of Australia’s leading CFD experts.

CFDs Made Simple by Ashley Jessen & Jeff Cartridge…Finally someone wrote a book on CFDs we can all understand…10 out of 10. If you want to be successful trading CFDs then this book is a must, even for the experienced trader. The message is loud and clear in Chapter 5, you’ll agree with me I’m sure when you read it that this message alone if implemented will be responsible for your success and if not implemented your failure as a trader. Th…