When a DayTraders trader moves to a live account, excess simulated balance is generally forfeited. It may be used as performance rewards on the live account, at the Risk Team's discretion.
Before, the Risk Team could set performance targets based on the leftover funded balance, and meeting them unlocked additional static drawdown on the live account. Those targets were not required to take payouts.
Full rules are on the DayTraders firm page.
Before and after
| What changed | Before | After |
|---|---|---|
| DayTraders live account · leftover simulated balance | Unlocks additional static drawdown via Risk Team performance targets | Generally forfeited (may be used as performance rewards at Risk Team's discretion) |
| DayTraders live account · performance targets based on leftover balance | Risk Team could set them; meeting them unlocked additional static drawdown | No longer offered |
Figures as of 25 October 2026.