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How evaluations work
Most futures prop firms charge a fee for an evaluation account. You must hit a profit target without breaking loss rules, then move to a funded or performance account.
Trailing vs. end-of-day drawdown
A trailing drawdown follows your account's highest balance, sometimes intraday. End-of-day drawdown updates only at session close. The difference matters a lot for how you manage open trades.
Choosing an account size
Larger accounts allow more contracts but cost more and don't change the math of risk. Pick a size where your normal stop fits comfortably inside the daily and max loss limits.
Risk management basics
Define your risk per trade before entry, cap daily losses below the firm's limit, and avoid trading around high-impact news unless the rules and your plan allow it.