Margin

Understand the risks of trading on the margin so you can make informed trading decisions.

7 Tips Every Futures Trader Should Know

Here are seven strategies to help you improve your futures trading knowledge.

Day Traders: Beware the Pattern Day Trader Rule

If you're a frequent trader, you could face permanent restrictions if you fall afoul of the pattern day trader rule.

Understanding Margin and Leverage in Trading

Understand the basics of margin and leverage, along with the benefits and risks they can bring to your trades.

Understanding Portfolio Margin

Qualified traders have access to portfolio margin, which can offer a way to increase a trader's available budget.

Portfolio Margin Explained

Introducing the benefits and risks of Portfolio Margin as compared to Regulation T.

Investing Basics: Forex

Learn how to speculate on foreign currency prices in the forex market and decide if you want to expand your investing to the largest financial market in the world.

Understanding Forex Margin

Learn how to use leverage to speculate on currency prices or exchange rates. Understand the potential risks before deciding to trade forex on margin.

3 Ways to Borrow Against Your Assets

What to know before using your assets as collateral.

How Traders Can Apply Margin

There are several ways traders can use margin in their trading. Factors for how a trader uses margin include a trader's objectives, risk tolerance, and the products they trade.

Option Traders: How Portfolio Margin Works

Portfolio margin is available to qualified Schwab clients who have a margin account and meet the requirements. Learn more about what it is, how it works, and the risks involved.