RE:RE:RE:RE:Good sign, job hireNot according to the information in my brokerage firm and other websites. A buy is when you buy on the ask and a sell is when you sell on the ask. If it was true what you're saying there would be a serious problems gathering statistics. Also, some discount brokers would be charging a higher commission depending on your order. You can go to to StockWatch for free 30 day account with information regarding buy and sell statistics. Don't let the fool try and reassure you with bull so that you can hold a bag of junk while he's gonna sell on weakness.