Test-drive your new skills with a simulated trading account. No pressure, no tuition, no commission and no market risk! As your skill and confidence levels increase, so will your enjoyment of trading. Place live orders whenever you feel comfortable doing so. (Note: Live orders are subject to execution, which involves market risk and basic One-on-One commissions.) Why not get started now? (Account must be funded for simulated trading.)

If you're new to futures or feel like you need to build up your knowledge base, Futures 101 is a good place to start. It covers everything from what a futures contract is to who the players are, from price discovery to basic trading strategies. Start at the beginning and work your way through the entire course one step at a time or just refer to those sections that interest you.

Options differ considerably from futures. When used prudently, options can be of immense importance, especially in attempting to preserve the value of an existing fixed-income portfolio. Start at the beginning and work your way through the entire course one step at a time or just refer to those sections that interest you.

Refer to order types for great tips on order entry procedure and types of orders.

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