Prop Firm Guides
The rules that end accounts, explained with real numbers from the firms we track — so you know exactly what you're buying before you buy it.
What Is an EOD Trailing Drawdown?
EOD trailing drawdown explained with real prop firm numbers: how the floor moves, how it differs from intraday trailing, and how to trade around it.
Trailing vs Static Drawdown: What's the Difference?
Trailing vs static drawdown compared with real prop firm numbers: how each works, which firms use which, and which one fits your trading style.
What Is a Consistency Rule?
Prop firm consistency rules explained: how the percentage math works, real examples from 20% to 50%, and how to avoid failing on your best day.
Evaluation vs Instant Funding: Which Route Should You Take?
Evaluation accounts vs instant funding compared with real prices: upfront cost, consistency rules, payout caps, and which route fits your situation.
What Is an Activation Fee? Prop Firm Activation Costs Explained
Activation fees explained: what you pay after passing, real fees from $69 to $149, no-fee tracks, and how to compare the true cost of getting funded.
How Prop Firm Payouts Work
Prop firm payouts explained: profit splits from 80-100%, payout schedules, minimum withdrawals, per-payout caps, and the rules that gate your first check.
Daily Loss Limits Explained
Daily loss limits at futures prop firms: real DLL numbers, plans with no daily cap, optional limits like Topstep's RTA, and how to size around them.
Prop Firm Reset Fees Explained
Reset fees explained with real numbers: what a reset buys, when resetting beats buying a new eval, and how to budget for failed attempts.