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Becoming a Commodity Broker

If you are interested in becoming a commodity broker, you will need to find a brokerage firm that trades commodities and you are required to be licensed and registered with the NFA. Here, you can learn what it takes to become a commodity broker and what it takes to be successful.
The Good and Bad Types of Commodity Brokerage Firms to Work For
There are good and bad types of commodity brokers to work for. We examine how you can determine whether you are looking at a good or bad brokerage firm.
Becoming a Successful Commodity Broker
Learn the steps that it takes to become a successful commodity broker. You have to open accounts, trade the commodities markets and service your clients.
How to Become a Commodity Broker
Learn the process of what you need to do to become a licensed commodity broker. Areas covered include passing the series 3 test, choosing a brokerage firm and what the job involves.
The Complete AP Handbook
This handbook walks you through the process of becoming a commodity broker and working as a commodity broker. Written by Melinda Schramm and presented by the CME.
Commodity Broker Registration
These are the rules pertaining to registration with the National Futures Association to become a commodity broker.
Study Outline for the Series 3 Exam to Become a Broker
This is an outline of the Series 3 Exam from the National Futures Association, which must be passed for you to become a licensed commodity broker.
Series 3 Prep Courses
The Institute for Financial Markets provides study courses and materials for the Series 3 exam.

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