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552: Prop Firms Don't Work Like You Think (Justin Hertzberg)

552: Prop Firms Don't Work Like You Think (Justin Hertzberg)

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Prop Firms Don't Work Like You Think In episode 552 of the Desire To Trade Podcast, you will be listening to an interview with Justin Hertzberg of PropAccounts to talk about how prop firms really work — the risks they hide, why many fail, and what separates the ones that actually pay traders. They walk through real numbers (pass rates, average payouts, account lifespans) and share practical signals you can use to avoid getting burned and to find a prop program that supports steady, sustainable trading growth. The video is also available for you to watch on YouTube. >> Watch the video recording! >>Scale up with our funded accounts for Forex, crypto, and futures (30% off): https://go.fundedaccounts.io/ Topics Covered In This Episode 00:00 Introduction01:30 Justin Hertzberg's work with prop firms02:30 What differentiates prop firms04:06 The "printing money" myth07:09 Asymmetric risk explained08:22 Why 95% of prop firms are insolvent09:42 How to spot a firm that will pay you11:09 Live accounts vs. demo accounts15:06 How prop firms hedge risk15:59 Real stats: passing rates, payouts, account lifespan18:05 Why challenge fees have a "floor"19:33 Prop firm rules: what's changing21:59 The MetaQuotes shake-up24:54 Why brokers are getting into prop firms26:42 Standalone firms vs. broker-backed firms29:19 Average lifespan of a funded account30:29 Where to find Justin Hertzberg (links below) What did you like best in this podcast episode? Let's talk in the comments below, or join me in the Facebook group! Desire To Trade's Top Resources DesireToTRADE Forex Trader Community (free group!)Complete Price Action Strategy ChecklistOne-Page Trading Plan (free template)Recommended brokers: EightCap (preferred Crypto and FX Broker)AxiTrader (use our link to get a special bonus) Desire To TRADE AcademyGet a copy of Prop Trading Secrets (Author: Kathy Lien & Etienne Crete) About The Desire To Trade Podcast Subscribe via iTunes (take 2 seconds and leave the podcast a review!)Subscribe via StitcherSubscribe via TuneIn Subscribe via Google Play See all podcast episodes How to find Justin Hertzberg Justin's email: justin@fpfxtech.comfpfxtech.compropaccount.com What one thing will you implement after listening to this podcast episode? Leave a comment below, or join me in the Facebook group!
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