Switching futures brokers is easier than you think. Transfer your existing account to Discount Trading in 2 simple steps and start trading with some of the lowest rates in the industry.
Start Your TransferWe offer $0.49 or less per contract commission on standard futures and $0.20 or less per contract commission on micro index futuresiExchange, clearing, and regulatory fees apply. - fully disclosed, no negotiating. Stop overpaying your current broker.
We offer some of the lowest day trading margins in the industryiLeverage can work for you as well as against you - it magnifies gains as well as losses.. More buying power means more flexibility in your trading without increasing your account size.
Access 20+ professional trading platforms including R|Trader Pro free of charge. From order flow tools like ATAS to advanced charting with Overcharts and TickBlaze.
Our trade support desk is available 24 hours a day, 6 days a week. You can always reach a real person during market hours - not an automated system.
We never charge inactivity fees. If you take time away from trading, your account will not be penalized. Some brokers charge up to $100/month for inactivity. Please let us know if you wish to pause trading.
We have been serving futures traders since the late 1990s. Our experience means we understand what active traders need - and we deliver it.
Complete our online account application at open-account.html. When filling out the application, select the transfer option to move your existing positions and cash balance from your current broker. We typically open and process new accounts within one business day. All open positions and cash balances will transfer to Discount Trading.
Once your account is open, select the futures trading platform of your choice from our lineup of 20+ professional platforms. Our team will help you get connected and set up. If you need any assistance during the transfer process, call us at +1-219-769-0366 or 1-800-747-1420 - we are here to make this process as easy as possible.
Ready to make the switch? Our team is available 24/6 to answer any questions about the transfer process and get you set up with Discount Trading.
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