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Consistency rule fully explained: how it's calculated, which firms use it, and techniques to avoid tripping it
Explains the prop firm consistency rule from the formula up: the difference between 20%/30%/40% thresholds, which firms use it, and lot-sizing and day-spreading techniques to avoid violating it.
![[2026 Edition] Prop Firm Taxes and Filing Guide for Japan: Covering the ¥1.04M Basic Deduction](/og/en/prop-firm-tax-guide-2026.png)
[2026 Edition] Prop Firm Taxes and Filing Guide for Japan: Covering the ¥1.04M Basic Deduction
Is prop firm payout income classified as miscellaneous income or business income under Japanese tax law? Covers the ¥200,000 side-income filing threshold, the basic deduction for full-time traders (up to ¥1.04M confirmed for 2026), and expense claims, fully updated. Also covers automating your records.
![[Warning] Prop Firm Scams: How They Work and How to Spot Them | 5 Checks Learned from the MyForexFunds Case](/og/en/prop-firm-scam-checklist.png)
[Warning] Prop Firm Scams: How They Work and How to Spot Them | 5 Checks Learned from the MyForexFunds Case
The MyForexFunds/MyFundedFX case wiped out over ¥800M. We break down the typical prop firm scam patterns and a 5-point checklist using Trustpilot, X, Reddit, and real payout data to spot them.
The Real Prop Firm Pass Rates: The Latest 2026 Data, Calculated From Our Database
Is the prop firm pass rate really 5%? Using industry surveys and our real-user database, this article calculates pass rates by firm and by phase, and covers practical techniques for raising your first-attempt pass rate.
![[Latest 2026] Top 12 Prop Firms Ranked - A Complete Comparison for Japanese Traders](/og/en/prop-firm-ranking-2026.png)
[Latest 2026] Top 12 Prop Firms Ranked - A Complete Comparison for Japanese Traders
An overall prop firm ranking calculated from real data across 18 firms. We rank the 12 firms Japanese traders should choose based on payout track record, difficulty, value, Japanese-language support, and EA policy.
What Is a Prop Firm? A Complete Beginner's Guide
A beginner's guide to how prop firms (proprietary trading firms) work, their pros and cons, and how to choose one.