What if I was a freelance writer on stocks?

Couldn’t I take many of the benefits that accrued to someone with trader status?

 

Like what?

 

you mean your salary? I don't see why not

 

Yes, you would get all the profits without taking any risk. Don’t tell anyone.

 

Well ... list a benefit/deduction I wouldn’t get?

 

What do you mean? Are you saying you are just a writer and not a trader?

 

If you are just a writer then you can continue your freelancing career as a stock writer and can make money.

 

You can do this on seeking alpha and get paid if your writing is good enough.