How do I get started with
Algo Trading?

Advantage Futures is here to help traders understand their algo trading options and choose the automated trading solutions that best fit their styles and strategies. In order to get started, you’ll need to do four things.

01. Develop your trade logic

Whether it’s your specialty, the collaborative work of a team, or contracted to those you trust – we stand clear and let your team do what it does best. And because Advantage Futures is a non-proprietary trading environment, we’re not interested in your intellectual property. We’re just here to provide the services and support you need to perform at the highest level possible.


02. SELECT YOUR FUTURES BROKER/CLEARING FIRM

Here are some of the features you may want to consider when evaluating potential firms:


SUPERIOR TECHNOLOGY INFRASTRUCTURE

CUSTOMIZATION AND CONVENIENCE


UNPARALLELED CLIENT SERVICE

RISK MANAGEMENT & FINANCIAL SAFEGUARDS

  • Real-time risk management
  • Robust Business Continuity/Disaster Recovery Center
  • Strict client review standards
  • Significant capital base
  • Thorough audit programs
  • Client segregated funds

COMPETITIVE PRICING

  • Customized proposals
  • Aggressive commission schedules
  • Volume-based discounts
  • Cost analysis for exchange membership lease/buy decisions
  • Discounted technology purchases
  • Reasonable front-end pricing
  • Low cost server colocation
  • Low cost bank transfers and wires

03. CHOOSE AN IDEAL SOFTWARE PROVIDER OR CERTIFY DIRECTLY WITH AN EXCHANGE

Considerations associated with this step in the algo trading setup process include:

  • Your trading style requirements
  • Interface and preferences
  • Considering product support
  • Evaluating Risk Management support
  • Considering price
  • Comparing automated trading features
  • Will I write directly to the exchange?
CEO Joe Guinan discusses how Advantage Futures can help every type of futures trader

ASSESS YOUR TECHNOLOGY NEEDS BY ASKING YOURSELF THESE QUESTIONS

  • What are my hardware requirements?
  • What are my connectivity requirements?
  • Will I colocate servers and incorporate proximity solutions?