In-depth guides for prop firm traders — from picking the right firm to passing the challenge, managing risk, and building lasting discipline.
How prop firms work, how to choose one, how to pass, and how to stay funded. The only guide you need to get started.
Prop FirmsFTMO, FundedNext, The5%ers, TopStep — ranked by payouts, reliability, rules, and value. Updated for 2026.
A complete step-by-step guide to passing the FTMO evaluation. Risk rules, strategy, psychology, and the exact mistakes to avoid.
Risk ManagementHow to calculate the right lot size, protect your drawdown limit, and stay in the game long enough to get funded.
Is FTMO a scam or the real deal? We break down their business model, payout history, complaints, and the honest truth.
ComparisonSide-by-side comparison of rules, fees, profit splits, and payout reliability. Find out which firm fits your style.
ComparisonFTMO and TopStep serve completely different markets. Find out which one is right for what you trade.
The mental frameworks that separate funded traders from those who blow accounts. Build discipline that lasts.
StrategyStep-by-step process for building a rule-based strategy, backtesting it properly, and knowing when it stops working.
What fields to log, the 5 metrics that predict long-term success, and how to build the habit that most traders quit after 2 weeks.
AnalyticsStop looking at just P&L. The metrics that predict whether you have a real edge — expectancy, profit factor, session analysis, and more.
AI CoachWhat AI can genuinely help with — and what it can't. Pattern recognition, behavioral coaching, and journal analysis explained.
TSB Pro, Tradervue, Edgewonk, TradeZella, TraderSync — every major journal reviewed side by side on features, pricing, and who they're best for.
AlternativeTradervue is a solid journal, but it's dated. Here's what to consider if you're looking for something more modern.
AlternativeEdgewonk pioneered stats-driven journaling, but cloud-based alternatives have caught up. See how they compare.
AlternativeTradeZella looks slick but the subscription adds up. Compare it against one-time-payment alternatives.
TemplateBuild a free trading journal in Notion — or grab a ready-made template. Pros, cons, and when to upgrade to dedicated software.
Pip tracking, session analysis, lot sizing — what forex traders specifically need to journal and which tools support it.
CryptoFunding rates, exchange fees, DeFi positions — crypto-specific fields your journal needs and which tools handle them.
FuturesTick values, contract specs, session times — what futures traders need to track and which journals handle it properly.
OptionsGreeks tracking, multi-leg strategies, IV analysis — options have unique needs. Here's what to journal and which tools support it.
The 8 real reasons traders fail — backed by data from ESMA, SEC, and academic research. Plus a concrete action plan to fix each one.
TemplateA step-by-step template with every section explained. Build your plan, track adherence, and stop guessing.
EducationThe most common journaling mistakes — from logging too late to tracking wrong metrics. With specific fixes for each one.
AnalyticsA structured review system that turns raw journal data into actionable insights. Templates included.
Challenge models, profit splits, payout speed, and how FundedNext compares to FTMO, TopStep, and The5%ers.
ReviewInstant funding, bootcamp, hyper growth — all programs explained with pricing, rules, and honest pros/cons.
The trading journal built for prop firm traders. 30+ analytics charts, AI coaching, and auto-sync.
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