Commodity Trading - Futures & Options Broker - Frequently Asked Questions

Q.  What is the minimum futures & options account opening balance?
A.  You can open an account with as little as $5000.00

Q.  What is your commission rate?
A.  Our full service commodities brokers charge between $25/rt and $35/rt + exchange fees.  This depends on the level of service that you desire.  Our discount rate is as low as $5 + exchange fees.

Q.  Where can I check my commodity trading account for:  balance, positions, and real time equity?
A.  You can go to "Trader Support" and access your account 24 hour/day.

Q.  How do I fund my commodites trading account?
A.  You can go to "Trader Support" then "wire instructions" for wire transfers or check deposit instructions.

Q.  How do I transfer money from my futures & options trading account?
A.  You can give us a call or send us an email.  Usually your check or wire will be sent on the same day.

Q.  Do you assist those that are new to futures trading or commodities option trading?
A.  Yes.  Our brokers have over 15 years of experience as commodity brokers.  We can help you understand options trading concepts such as time decay and implied volatility.  We can also explain the risk characteristics of many types of option trading strategies and why we might choose one particular strategy over another given your tolerance for risk and your market expectations.

Q.  Do you recommend trading futures or options?
A.  We might suggest either one based on your experience, your appetite for risk, implied option volatility, and market conditions.   Trading futures had advantages and disadvantages just as the options do.

Q.  Can I change from trading through a full service commodity broker to discount online commodity trading on my own?
A.  Yes.  If you are comfortable placing your own orders, give it a try.  We can help you with the transition.  We have several online futures & options trading platforms for you to choose from.

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email:  bking@kingcommodities.com
phone: 928-773-0472

toll free: 877-634-5464