Prop-Firm Myths Debunked: 12 Misconceptions Traders Still Believe
Prop-Firm Myths Debunked: 12 Misconceptions Traders Still Believe Traders who spend time on X, Reddit and Discord platforms will recognize the repeated circulation of prop firm myths which gain new confidence with each retelling. The information appears believable at first glance but some statements are completely incorrect. A few pieces of accurate information get […]
Are Prop Trading Firms Legit? Red Flags & How to Vet a Firm
Are Prop Trading Firms Legit? Red Flags & How to Vet a Firm The research of funded trading for more than ten minutes leads most people to wonder if prop trading firms operate honestly or excel at promotional activities. The truth reveals that both legitimate and deceptive operations exist within the industry. The operations […]
Prop Firm Challenges Explained: 1-Step vs 2-Step vs Instant Funding
Prop Firm Challenges Explained: 1-Step vs 2-Step vs Instant Funding If you’ve been eyeing a prop firm challenge, you’ve probably noticed three doors: the quick 1-step, the classic 2-step, and the tempting instant funding option. All three promise the same headline – trade bigger without wiring a huge deposit, yet they feel completely different […]
How to Start a Prop Firm: Licensing, Banking, Risk Models & Tech Stack
How to Start a Prop Firm: Licensing, Banking, Risk Models & Tech Stack The process of establishing a prop firm requires knowledge of what it takes to create a stable business that banks will finance, regulators will approve and traders will depend on. The guide explains essential decisions for firm success which include business […]
How Funded Trading Works: From Evaluation to Payout (Step-by-Step)
How Funded Trading Works: From Evaluation to Payout (Step-by-Step) When I first came across prop firms, I was skeptical. Pay a fee, trade a “$100k account,” keep a share of the profits, it sounded optimistic at best. That changed when a disciplined colleague shared his payout statements: no theatrics, just steady, verifiable withdrawals that […]
What Is a Prop Firm Trader? Role, Skills & A Day in the Life
What Is a Prop Firm Trader? Role, Skills & A Day in the Life When I first heard the phrase prop firm trader, I honestly thought it sounded like something out of a Wall Street movie. Guys in suits yelling into phones, pounding keyboards, making millions. But then I stumbled across prop firms online […]
Funded Trading Accounts Explained: Types, Rules, Pros & Cons
Funded Trading Accounts Explained: Types, Rules, Pros & Cons If you’ve spent any time in trading Discords, Reddit threads, or TikTok lately, you’ve probably seen the term funded trading accounts pop up again and again. Screenshots of payouts, traders celebrating their first “prop firm paycheck,” and, of course, plenty of frustrated posts from people […]
What Is a Prop Firm? How It Differs From Brokers & Hedge Funds
What Is a Prop Firm? How It Differs From Brokers & Hedge Funds “What is a prop firm?” It’s a question that’s been popping up more and more among traders who want to level up their game. For years, if you wanted to trade big capital, your options were limited: either build your […]
Case Studies: Real-Life Success Stories from Funded Prop Traders
Case Studies: Real-Life Success Stories from Funded Prop Traders Prop firms changed the path to professional trading. You no longer need to grind a tiny personal account for years to scale; you can audition for capital, prove you can follow rules, and-if you pass-trade meaningful size with a real shot at consistent payouts. […]
How Risk Management Can Help You Keep Your Prop Firm Account
How Risk Management Can Help You Keep Your Prop Firm Account You’ve done it. You achieved evaluation success and reached your profit goal so you now have access to funded trading capital. After finally earning your serious capital you can now trade with confidence since you no longer need to worry about your $500 […]