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Understanding rollover and calendar spreads - The Coach's Playbook

When futures contracts near their expiration date, traders with open positions have to choose whether to close out their positions entirely or roll them into a new contract month.

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Which market is right for you?

Matching your capital with the right futures or forex market can strengthen your trading plan. It also helps reduce risk and improve decision-making over time.

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Evolving as a trader: lessons from Lance Breitstein and Michael Patak

Michael Patak and Lance Breitstein explore the trading mindset, revealing how discipline, patience, and structure help traders grow, adapt, and succeed long term.

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What Topstep Funded Trader & 2026 Olympic Champion Alex Ferreira proves about community and success

Topstep Funded Trader Alex Ferreira proves success isn’t solo. Learn how a strong trading community builds discipline, consistency, and better results.

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Futures trading terminology explained: key terms every beginner should know

Learn key futures trading terminology in this beginner guide. Understand contract terms, ticks, margin, and leverage, and see how Topstep helps you build confidence.

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Finding the right time to trade

Are you trading at the right time? Know how futures trading firms analyze volatility and liquidity across market sessions for better trade execution.