What are prop trading firms?
Plain-language introduction to proprietary trading firms, funded accounts, and who they are for.
Beginner7 min read
Guides
Learn how prop trading firms work, how to evaluate their rules, and how to approach challenges with realistic risk management.
Featured guides
How prop firm challenges work
Evaluation phases, profit targets, drawdowns, and rules explained with practical examples.
Beginner9 min read
How to get funded by a prop trading firm
Step-by-step process for choosing a firm, passing the evaluation, and keeping the account.
Intermediate12 min read
Risk management for prop firm traders
Position sizing, daily loss limits, and practical tips to survive volatility during challenges.
Intermediate10 min read
Common mistakes in prop firm challenges
The behavioural and risk mistakes that most often cause traders to fail evaluations.
Intermediate9 min read
How to choose a prop trading firm
A practical framework for shortlisting firms that fit your strategy, rules, and risk profile.
Beginner11 min read
New to prop firms?
If you are starting from scratch, begin with what prop firms are and how challenges work, then move on to how to get funded.