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Prop trading guides
Written by people who build trading infrastructure — not just people who trade on it. The content no competitor has.
Business Model 12 min read Featured
How Prop Firms Actually Make Money
The real business model behind prop trading firms. Challenge fee economics, execution models, and why some firms collapse overnight.
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Risk Assessment 11 min read
5 Red Flags That Predict A Prop Firm Collapse
The warning signs from every major collapse in the industry. Know what to watch for before you buy a challenge.
Read guide → Execution 10 min read
What Actually Happens To Your Trades
Demo account or live execution? The three execution models prop firms use, explained by someone who builds them.
Read guide → Education 13 min read
Understanding Drawdown Models
Static vs trailing vs EOD trailing — with worked examples. The one rule that kills more funded traders than bad entries.
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