Since I have never used MF before I would appreciate some assistance. However, here is where my thinking is so far.

No stellar performances. Rather I need a smooth equity curve.

The funds are offshore and I am a non US citizen.

The fund needs to trade both sides (long & short)

All fees must be clearly displayed. No gouging or unexpected charges.

I hope this will get the ball rolling.

How often does this happen to you, if ever? What's the longest run of zero-trade days you've seen?

I'm a newbie to this business and am currently down. I know that it is very easy to lose lots of money in the beginning, but its positive if you get a grip on how the markets work - and learn from those mistakes.

So how much money and time should one devote (or expect to devote) in order to improve their trading profitability and winning consistency?

Thanx for your input.