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· By Kohout Jan
The biggest reason why traders lose money
Why Most Retail Traders Fail (And How Prop Trading Levels the Playing Field)
Most retail traders lose money.
And it’s not because they’re lazy, undisciplined, or incapable.
The real problem is the system they’re trading in.
A small account creates constant pressure to perform.
Pressure leads to emotional decisions.
Emotions lead to overtrading, rule-breaking, and unnecessary risk.
In this EverTips episode, we break down:
- why retail trading is structurally stacked against traders
- how small capital distorts decision-making
- why prop trading creates fairer conditions for growth
- and how structure and rules dramatically improve consistency
You’ll also learn why traders who switch to prop trading often:
- make fewer emotional mistakes
- grow faster and more steadily
- and finally feel like they’re not trading alone
Why EverTrader?
EverTrader provides a professional trading environment designed for long-term consistency:
- EverStation Pro trading platform (web, desktop & mobile, powered by TradingView)
- No time limit
- Fair profit targets
- Payouts every 14 days
- Progressive plan with up to 90% profit split
- Built-in trading journal and analytics
- 200+ verified Trustpilot reviews
- Operating since 2021
Want to trade with fair conditions and professional structure?
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