Top 5 Risk Management Rules for Funded Traders
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Risk management is the only thing that stands between you and a blown account. Here are the top 5 rules every funded trader must follow.
Rule 1: Respect the Daily Drawdown
Never risk so much that a single bad day can end your challenge. Calculate your position sizes based on your daily limit, not your total account balance.
Rule 2: Use Stop Losses on Every Trade
A trade without a stop loss is a gamble. In the prop firm world, it's a recipe for disaster.
Rule 3: Avoid News Trading (Unless Allowed)
High-impact news can cause slippage that pushes you past your drawdown limits. If your firm allows it, be extremely cautious.
Rule 4: Don't Overtrade
Quality over quantity. Taking too many trades increases your exposure and the likelihood of emotional mistakes.
Rule 5: Take Your Profits
Don't get greedy. If you've hit your target for the day or week, step away from the charts.
