IB, like Brown, in the 90s don't really want newbies. They would prefer slightly olderbies. Get some experience. Build your money up and then look at IB again if you still want to then. Etrade or MB or something will be fine places to start off. For existing IB customers it is much better if the CS isn't clogged with newbies.
Trade futures. Open an account with Amp futures or Mirus futures. More margin, more fast paced and more liquid. I would recommend TD Ameritrade if you just wanna buy an hold like an investor.
I have looked at elite trader in the past, but I think ive found a home for trading, ye have given so much advice, I want to thank you all for taking the time to reply. . I shall be around here more often . . Reading up on all the mistakes that others have made in trading, and hope not to follow in their footsteps Thanks Pipa