Prop Trading Survival Guides
Actionable education that actually teaches — not keyword-stuffed fluff. Every guide includes practical tips and links to our free tools.
Tool Guides
Step-by-step walkthroughs with free PDF downloads
Drawdown Calculator Guide
The single most important calculation in prop trading. Know your exact safe lot size before every trade — or risk joining the 80% who fail.
Challenge Simulator Guide
Stop guessing whether you'll pass. Run 10,000 simulated challenges with your actual win rate and see your true probability of success.
Position Size Calculator Guide
The exact lot size formula for any instrument, any account size, any risk percentage. Never guess your position size again.
Consistency Checker Guide
Prop firms don't just want profitable traders — they want consistent ones. Check if your trading pattern passes consistency rules before your firm checks it for you.
Drawdown Replay Guide
Replay your actual trading history against any prop firm's drawdown rules. See exactly where you would have failed — or survived.
Trading Journal Guide
The only trading journal built specifically for prop firm traders. Track trades, monitor drawdown compliance in real time, and get AI-powered insights.
Education Guides
In-depth strategy, psychology, and firm comparison guides
Why 80% of Traders Fail Prop Challenges (And How to Avoid It)
The real, data-backed reasons most traders blow their prop firm accounts — and the specific habits that separate the 20% who pass.
How to Calculate Safe Lot Size (Step-by-Step)
A practical, no-fluff guide to position sizing that keeps you within drawdown limits. Includes formulas, examples, and our free calculator.
FTMO vs E8 Markets: Which Prop Firm is Right for You?
An honest head-to-head comparison of the two most popular prop firms. Detailed analysis of rules, costs, and who each firm suits best.
The Complete Guide to Passing Prop Firm Challenges (2026)
A phase-by-phase playbook covering pre-challenge setup, weekly execution targets, and the final push to hit your profit target without violating any rules.
Risk Management Masterclass for Prop Traders
Master position sizing, drawdown types (static vs trailing), daily loss limits, risk-reward ratios, and correlation risk. Includes formulas and pro tips.
Trading Psychology: The Mental Game of Prop Trading
Conquer FOMO, revenge trading, overconfidence, and loss aversion. A practical guide to the psychological traps that blow more accounts than bad entries.
Best Prop Firms for Beginners in 2026 — Top 5 Picks
New to prop trading? We ranked the 5 best firms for beginners based on rule leniency, costs, educational resources, and community support.
Cheapest Prop Firm Challenges in 2026 — Price Comparison
Complete price ranking of all prop firm challenge fees. Find the most affordable evaluations and learn how to get the best value for your budget.