Question 1

What is Funded Futures Family (FFF)?

Accepted Answer

Funded Futures Family (FFF) is a US-based futures prop firm founded and run by CEO Manuel Meraz. The "Family" in FFF's name refers to its trader community, not corporate ownership. FFF offers six distinct programs (Classic, Elite, Premiere, Straight-to-Funded, Velocity, Evaluation-to-Live) across $25K, $50K, $00K, and $50K simulated account sizes. Pay an evaluation fee, hit the profit target without breaching the trailing drawdown, then trade a sim-funded account on a flat 90/10 split (100% on your first $0K in profits).

Question 2

Who owns Funded Futures Family?

Accepted Answer

FFF was founded by Manuel Meraz, who serves as CEO (per his LinkedIn profile). There is no authoritative public source confirming any broader "family-owned" corporate structure - "Family" in the brand name refers to the FFF trader community, not corporate ownership. Manuel and the FFF team are visible in YouTube content and Discord AMAs.

Question 3

When was Funded Futures Family founded?

Accepted Answer

FFF launched in 2024 as a futures-only entrant in the US prop firm space, founded by Manuel Meraz. It is younger than Apex (2021) and Topstep (2012) but has rapidly built published payout proofs, an active Discord community, and a 4.7-4.8/5 Trustpilot rating from 1,300+ reviews.

Question 4

Where is FFF headquartered?

Accepted Answer

FFF is US-based. The official website is fundedfuturesfamily.com and customer-facing help is hosted at intercom.help/funded-futures-family. As a privately-held company, FFF does not publish a corporate office address publicly; support runs through email, the intercom help center, and Discord ticketing.

Question 5

Is FFF the same as MyFundedFutures (MFFU)?

Accepted Answer

No - these are two completely separate companies. Funded Futures Family (FFF) was founded by Manuel Meraz; "Family" in its name refers to the trader community. MyFundedFutures (MFFU) is operated by My Funded Futures LLC, a different company, with different rules and a permissive automation policy. The naming similarity causes constant confusion in trader forums. Verify the URL: fundedfuturesfamily.com vs myfundedfutures.com.

Question 6

Is FFF regulated?

Accepted Answer

FFF is a proprietary trading firm, not a regulated broker-dealer. Its product is structured as an educational simulation/assessment program with discretionary payouts. This is the standard structure for the entire US futures prop firm industry (Apex, Topstep, MFFU, Bulenox all operate the same way).

Question 7

Is FFF legit or a scam?

Accepted Answer

Legit. FFF maintains a Trustpilot rating in the 4.7-4.8/5 range from 1,300+ reviews, posts payout proofs on its YouTube and Discord channels, and has paid out documented winning traders. Many PickMyTrade customers successfully use automation at various futures prop firms including FFF. Always check FFF's official website for their current compliance guidelines.

Question 8

What asset classes can I trade on FFF?

Accepted Answer

CME-listed futures only. ES, NQ, MES, MNQ, RTY, M2K, YM, MYM, CL, MCL, GC, MGC, NG, ZB, ZN, 6E, 6B, and other CME/CBOT/NYMEX/COMEX products are tradeable. No forex, no crypto spot, no equities, no options. Pure futures.

Question 9

Does FFF accept US-based traders?

Accepted Answer

Yes - FFF accepts US traders, which is its primary market. International traders from most countries are also accepted, with the standard restricted list (Iran, North Korea, Syria, Cuba, sanctioned jurisdictions). KYC is required at first payout.

Question 10

Does FFF accept India / Pakistan / Nigeria?

Accepted Answer

India and Nigeria - generally yes for evaluation purchase. Pakistan and Bangladesh - verify in checkout, as these are commonly restricted. KYC at payout requires government ID; some jurisdictions only accept payouts via Rise (crypto) rather than ACH/wire.

Question 11

Does FFF trade real money or simulated capital?

Accepted Answer

Sim-funded. Orders fill against simulated CME quotes mirroring real-time market data; the firm's profit comes from evaluation fees plus a percentage of in-house performance. Payouts are real cash from the firm's revenue, paid out of sim PnL. This is the standard prop firm model across the entire US futures prop industry.

Question 12

How is FFF different from a traditional broker?

Accepted Answer

A traditional broker (NinjaTrader Brokerage, AMP Futures, Tradovate) holds your real cash, charges commissions, and gives you back 100% of your PnL. FFF is a sim assessment firm - you pay an eval fee, never deposit margin, and split profits 90/10 on simulated capital that the firm allocates after you pass (100% on the first $0K, then 90/10 thereafter on sim-funded; 80/20 only applies at the Professional/Live stage).

Question 13

Why do people confuse FFF and MFFU?

Accepted Answer

Both names contain "Funded" and "Futures" and both target US futures traders. Funded Futures Family (FFF) and MyFundedFutures (MFFU) are constantly mixed up in trader forums, Discord, and Trustpilot. They are different companies, different owners, different rules. Always verify which firm is being discussed before trusting a trader forums comment.

Question 14

What is the biggest rule difference between FFF and MFFU?

Accepted Answer

MFFU explicitly permits webhook-triggered execution via PickMyTrade. Always check FFF's official website for their current compliance guidelines on automation before deploying any automation tools. Many PickMyTrade customers successfully use automation at various futures prop firms.

Question 15

Is FFF owned by the same company as MFFU?

Accepted Answer

No. FFF was founded by CEO Manuel Meraz (Funded Futures Family). MFFU is operated by My Funded Futures LLC, a separate corporate entity with different leadership. There is no parent-subsidiary relationship between the two firms.

Question 16

Do FFF and MFFU have the same plans and pricing?

Accepted Answer

No. FFF runs six distinct programs - Classic, Elite, Premiere, Straight-to-Funded, Velocity, and Evaluation-to-Live - across $25K-$50K sizes with a flat 90/10 split (100% on the first $0K). MFFU runs Core, Rapid, and Pro plans (plus Builder and Flex options) with $25K-$50K sizes and its own profit-split tiers. Drawdown styles, daily loss rules, minimum-day requirements, and payout cadences all differ.

Question 17

Can I run FFF and MFFU accounts at the same time?

Accepted Answer

Yes - they are separate firms with separate KYC, separate sim accounts, and separate rules. Many traders run both. Always check FFF's official website for their current compliance guidelines on multi-account trading.

Question 18

Can I use PickMyTrade automation with FFF or MFFU?

Accepted Answer

PickMyTrade (pickmytrade.trade / pickmytrade.io) supports automation for futures prop firms including FFF and MFFU accounts. MFFU explicitly permits webhook-driven execution. For FFF, always check FFF's official website for their current compliance guidelines before using automation. Many PickMyTrade customers successfully use automation at various futures prop firms — a small amount of risk is always involved.

Question 19

What plans does FFF offer in 2026?

Accepted Answer

FFF runs six distinct programs: Classic (2-day-pass minimum, EOD trailing), Elite (1-day-pass minimum, intraday trailing), Premiere (EOD trailing, 1-day-pass minimum), Straight-to-Funded, Velocity (intraday trailing), and Evaluation-to-Live (the Professional/Live stage). Each program is available across $25K, $50K, $00K, and $50K virtual buying power. Note: "1-day" and "2-day" refer to minimum trading-day pass speed, not phase count.

Question 20

What is the FFF Classic plan?

Accepted Answer

Classic is FFF's flagship evaluation program. It uses an end-of-day (EOD) trailing drawdown (gentler - intraday spikes don't count) and requires a minimum of 2 trading days to pass. Classic has no daily loss limit - only the trailing drawdown governs the account. Pass the profit target across at least 2 trading days and you graduate to a sim-funded account.

Question 21

What is the FFF Elite plan?

Accepted Answer

Elite is FFF's fastest evaluation - pass with as little as 1 minimum trading day. The trade-off: Elite uses an intraday trailing drawdown (tick-by-tick), which is stricter than the Classic/Premiere EOD style. Good for high-conviction discretionary scalpers who want the quickest route to funding.

Question 22

What is the FFF Premiere plan?

Accepted Answer

Premiere uses an EOD trailing drawdown (like Classic) but with a 1-day-pass minimum (like Elite). It also has no daily loss limit. Premiere is the "best of both worlds" option: gentle EOD drawdown plus fast pass speed. Often the priciest tier of the three core eval programs.

Question 23

What is the FFF Straight-to-Funded program?

Accepted Answer

Straight-to-Funded skips the evaluation phase - you pay a higher upfront fee and start directly on a sim-funded account. The trailing drawdown, contract limits, and consistency rules still apply. Closest analog to Apex's Static / instant-funding tier, but priced as a one-time setup rather than a recurring subscription.

Question 24

What is the FFF Velocity plan?

Accepted Answer

Velocity is an aggressive evaluation product using an intraday trailing drawdown (like Elite). It's tuned for fast-paced scalpers willing to trade a tighter intraday floor in exchange for accelerated pass speed and lower upfront price. Verify exact targets and trail values on fundedfuturesfamily.com at purchase.

Question 25

What is the Evaluation-to-Live (Professional/Live) stage?

Accepted Answer

Evaluation-to-Live is FFF's Professional/Live stage - the graduation tier above sim-funded. Top sim-funded traders with a documented payout track record can progress to Live, where real-money capital is allocated. The profit split flips to 80/20 on Live (FFF's only 80/20 product); sim-funded stays at the flat 90/10 (100% first $0K).

Question 26

Which FFF program is fastest to pass?

Accepted Answer

Elite, Premiere, and Velocity all allow a 1-day-minimum pass. Classic requires 2 days minimum. Hitting the profit target on day 1 is enough on Elite/Premiere/Velocity; on Classic you must trade at least one additional day before you can graduate. Verify the active minimum-day rule on your dashboard.

Question 27

Can I switch FFF programs mid-evaluation?

Accepted Answer

No. Once purchased, the program type (Classic, Elite, Premiere, Velocity, etc.) is locked to that account. To switch programs you must buy a new evaluation. Refunds on the unfinished program are not standard; FFF support reviews case-by-case.

Question 28

Can I buy multiple FFF evaluations at once?

Accepted Answer

Yes - multiple evaluations per trader are permitted, and you can mix programs (e.g. Classic $50K + Elite $00K). FFF caps total funded buying power per trader. Always check FFF's official website for their current compliance guidelines on cross-account trading.

Question 29

Which program is best for beginners?

Accepted Answer

Classic at $25K or $50K. EOD trailing drawdown is gentler than Velocity/Elite's intraday tick-by-tick trail, no daily loss limit removes one source of accidental wash-out, and the 2-day pass minimum forces a small pause before graduating. The cheapest entry to learn FFF's rule set.

Question 30

Which program is best for experienced day traders?

Accepted Answer

Elite or Premiere at $00K-$50K. Both allow a 1-day pass for fast funding. Premiere's EOD trail is more forgiving of intraday volatility; Elite's intraday trail rewards tight risk control. Pick Premiere if you want forgiveness, Elite if you want speed plus a slightly cheaper price.

Question 31

What account sizes does FFF offer?

Accepted Answer

$25K, $50K, $00K, and $50K virtual buying power. No $250K or $300K tier as of 2026. The $50K is the largest single-account size; scaling to higher buying power happens via the Pro program rather than an upfront purchase.

Question 32

How much does the FFF $25K evaluation cost?

Accepted Answer

List price varies by program. Classic $25K is typically the cheapest entry; Elite, Premiere, and Velocity sit slightly higher. Straight-to-Funded $25K commands the highest one-time fee since the eval phase is skipped. Promo codes regularly bring prices down 30-50%. Verify exact figures on fundedfuturesfamily.com - pricing fluctuates with active promotions.

Question 33

How much does the FFF $50K evaluation cost?

Accepted Answer

List price varies by program: Classic $50K is the most accessible; Elite/Premiere/Velocity carry a premium for faster pass speed; Straight-to-Funded $50K is highest. With a 30-50% promo, $50K Classic often lands under $00. The $50K tier is popular in trader forums because the trailing drawdown is large enough to survive choppy ES sessions.

Question 34

How much does the FFF $00K evaluation cost?

Accepted Answer

List price varies by program. Classic $00K is typically the cheapest; Elite, Premiere, and Velocity at $00K command a higher fee for 1-day pass speed or intraday trail. With a Black Friday or anniversary promo, $00K Classic can drop into the $40-$80 range. $00K is the most balanced size - meaningful funded buying power without the steepest fee.

Question 35

How much does the FFF $50K evaluation cost?

Accepted Answer

List price varies by program. Classic $50K is the most accessible; Elite/Premiere/Velocity $50K are mid-tier; Straight-to-Funded $50K is the highest one-time fee in FFF's catalog. Promos push the eval programs lower. $50K is the largest single-tier purchase before progressing to the Live/Professional stage.

Question 36

Are there monthly fees on funded FFF accounts?

Accepted Answer

No recurring monthly fee on funded sim accounts. Evaluation is a one-time purchase; the funded account is free to maintain as long as it's active. Apex and Topstep similarly drop monthly fees once funded. (MFFU also no monthly fee on funded.)

Question 37

Is there a separate platform / data fee?

Accepted Answer

During evaluation, FFF includes Rithmic data and the platform login at no extra charge for most plans. On funded accounts, CME real-time data fees ($85/mo for non-pro, more if you're classified as a professional) may be passed through depending on broker routing. Verify in your funded account onboarding email.

Question 38

Is the FFF evaluation fee refundable after funding?

Accepted Answer

FFF does not advertise a "fee back on first payout" refund policy as of 2026. This is a difference from Apex (which does refund eval fees on first payout). Always check the current terms page before purchasing.

Question 39

Does FFF charge for resets?

Accepted Answer

Yes - resets are paid. Typical reset fee runs $79-$99+ depending on plan size and program (Classic, Elite, Premiere, Velocity all carry different reset fees). Still cheaper than buying a new evaluation. FFF often runs reset-discount promotions during Black Friday and major retail moments.

Question 40

Are there hidden charges I should know about?

Accepted Answer

No firm-side hidden fees on payouts. Rise (crypto rails) has standard network fees; ACH/wire processing may be deducted by the bank. The only "gotcha" is the CME pro/non-pro data classification once funded - clarify with FFF support before going live.

Question 41

What is the trailing drawdown on FFF programs?

Accepted Answer

FFF uses a trailing drawdown that follows your highest closed (or end-of-day) balance until you cross a threshold equal to the starting balance plus the trailing buffer. Classic, Premiere, and Prime use end-of-day (EOD) trailing; Elite and Velocity use intraday trailing (tick-by-tick). Once "locked," the trail freezes at the initial balance plus profit-target offset.

Question 42

Is FFF's drawdown intraday or end-of-day?

Accepted Answer

It depends on the program. Classic, Premiere, and Prime use EOD trailing - the trail recalculates after the daily close, so unrealized intraday drawdown does not count (gentler than Apex's intraday trail). Elite and Velocity use intraday trailing - the trail moves tick-by-tick, similar to Apex Eval. Pick the program that matches your risk tolerance.

Question 43

Does FFF offer a static drawdown option?

Accepted Answer

No - FFF does not offer a static-drawdown product as of 2026. All FFF programs use trailing drawdown (EOD on Classic/Premiere/Prime, intraday on Elite/Velocity). If you specifically want a static (fixed floor) drawdown, look at Apex's Static plans or other firms - FFF only sells trailing variants.

Question 44

When does the trailing drawdown stop trailing?

Accepted Answer

Once you've locked in the trailing buffer plus the starting balance - typically when end-of-day balance reaches initial balance + trail amount. After lock, the floor freezes at the starting balance and never moves below. This is similar to MFFU's lock mechanic and gentler than Apex's perpetual trail on Eval accounts.

Question 45

Does the drawdown reset when I graduate to a sim-funded account?

Accepted Answer

Yes - the sim-funded account starts with a fresh trailing buffer based on the funded starting balance. Profit accumulated during the evaluation phase doesn't roll forward. This applies across Classic, Elite, Premiere, and Velocity. Verify your starting balance and trail floor in the dashboard before placing the first trade.

Question 46

Is unrealized PnL counted in the drawdown?

Accepted Answer

Depends on the program. On Classic, Premiere, and Prime (EOD trailing), unrealized PnL only counts at the daily close - intraday spikes that revert don't move the trail. On Elite and Velocity (intraday trailing), unrealized PnL counts tick-by-tick; floating drawdown can lock the trail at a worse level even if the day closes green.

Question 47

What is the profit target on each FFF account size?

Accepted Answer

Targets are single-stage (FFF programs are not phase-based) and scale with size. Typical figures across Classic / Elite / Premiere / Velocity: roughly $,500-$2,000 on $25K, $3,000 on $50K, $6,000-$8,000 on $00K, and $9,000-$2,000 on $50K depending on the program. Verify exact dollar targets on the active product page - FFF tweaks targets during promos.

Question 48

Is there a profit target on the funded phase?

Accepted Answer

No recurring target on the funded sim. After passing, your goal becomes meeting the payout-eligibility gate (minimum profit days plus the threshold balance) rather than a fresh percentage target each cycle.

Question 49

What is the minimum balance to request a payout?

Accepted Answer

Funded accounts must be above the threshold (initial balance + buffer) at the time of request. Typical minimum withdrawal balance: $,500 above start on $25K, $2,500 on $50K, $5,000 on $00K, and $7,500 on $50K. Below that, payouts are deferred.

Question 50

Can I see my drawdown level on the platform?

Accepted Answer

FFF's dashboard shows your current drawdown floor and remaining buffer. NinjaTrader, Tradovate, and Rithmic platforms also display real-time PnL - track this against your dashboard floor to avoid an end-of-day breach.

Question 51

Does FFF use balance-based or equity-based drawdown?

Accepted Answer

Both, depending on the program. Classic, Premiere, and Prime use closed-balance EOD drawdown - gentle, similar to MFFU. Elite and Velocity use equity-based intraday tick trail - strict, similar to Apex Eval. FFF deliberately offers both styles so traders can pick their tolerance.

Question 52

Does the drawdown reset to start when funded?

Accepted Answer

Yes - funded accounts begin with a fresh trailing drawdown based on the funded starting balance. Profit you accumulated during the evaluation phase doesn't carry over into the funded balance.

Question 53

What is the daily loss limit on FFF?

Accepted Answer

It depends on the program. Classic, Premiere, and Prime have NO daily loss limit - only the trailing drawdown governs the account. Elite, Velocity, and Straight-to-Funded may apply daily loss limits per the active terms. Always verify the DLL (or its absence) on your chosen program's product page before purchase. Don't assume a DLL exists on FFF.

Question 54

Does the daily loss reset at midnight?

Accepted Answer

On programs that do apply a DLL (e.g. Elite, Velocity, Straight-to-Funded - verify per active terms), the daily loss counter resets at the CME daily close (5 PM CT / 6 PM ET). Classic, Premiere, and Prime have no DLL to reset. After reset, the next trading day begins fresh.

Question 55

Is the daily loss based on closed PnL or floating equity?

Accepted Answer

Only relevant on programs that apply a DLL (Elite, Velocity, Straight-to-Funded - verify on the active terms). When a DLL is in effect, it's typically measured against floating equity intraday, so a worst-point unrealized loss can trip the limit. Classic, Premiere, and Prime don't carry a DLL - manage to the trailing drawdown instead.

Question 56

What happens when I hit the daily loss limit?

Accepted Answer

On DLL-bearing programs (e.g. Elite, Velocity, Straight-to-Funded - verify per active terms), the platform soft-locks new entries for the rest of the day. Existing open positions can typically be closed. The account is not permanently breached unless you also breach the trailing drawdown. On Classic, Premiere, and Prime there is no DLL - the trailing drawdown is the only kill switch.

Question 57

Does the daily loss limit apply on the funded account?

Accepted Answer

If your program carries a DLL during evaluation, it typically carries into the sim-funded stage as well (Elite, Velocity, etc.). Classic, Premiere, and Prime stay DLL-free on the funded sim. Verify in the dashboard at activation - terms can shift across promotional windows.

Question 58

Can I disable or override the daily loss limit?

Accepted Answer

No. The DLL is enforced at the broker / data-router level (Rithmic / Tradovate). Trying to bypass via a parallel account or third-party platform is a violation of FFF terms and triggers immediate termination.

Question 59

Does the daily loss include commissions?

Accepted Answer

On programs that apply a DLL (Elite, Velocity, Straight-to-Funded - verify), commissions and exchange fees typically count toward the daily loss tally. High-frequency scalpers should add round-trip cost to their loss math; on a small DLL, 50 round-trip commissions can absorb a meaningful portion of the daily budget. Classic and Premiere ignore DLL entirely since none exists.

Question 60

What's the safest way to avoid a daily loss breach?

Accepted Answer

On DLL-bearing programs, set a hard self-imposed soft-stop at 50-60% of the DLL, then walk away. Most futures trader forum wash-outs come from revenge trades after small DLL touches. On Classic/Premiere/Prime (no DLL), apply the same discipline to the trailing drawdown buffer instead - once you've used half the buffer, stop.

Question 61

How many trading days are required to pass an FFF evaluation?

Accepted Answer

Very few. Elite = 1 minimum trading day, Premiere = 1 minimum trading day, Classic = 2 minimum trading days. Velocity also targets a fast 1-day pass. This is one of FFF's selling points vs Apex (which requires more days). Hitting the profit target inside the minimum day count graduates you to a sim-funded account.

Question 62

What counts as a trading day?

Accepted Answer

A day on which you have at least one filled trade - not a day you simply log in. Some FFF promotions also require the day to show non-zero PnL. Holiday-shortened sessions count as full trading days for the day-count rule.

Question 63

Is there a maximum time limit on the evaluation?

Accepted Answer

FFF Challenges typically have unlimited time to pass. There's no expiration after 30 or 60 days like older FTMO-style firms. Inactivity for 30+ consecutive days, however, can lead to dashboard cleanup; verify in the active T&Cs.

Question 64

Does FFF have a consistency rule on the evaluation?

Accepted Answer

FFF's consistency rule is enforced at payout time on the funded account, not during evaluation. You can pass the eval with one massive winning day; consistency only matters for the first payout cycle. Apex and MFFU follow similar logic.

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📋 Inhaltsverzeichnis

FFF-Grundlagen

FFF vs. MFFU - Klare Unterscheidung

FFF-Programme: Classic, Elite, Premiere, Straight-to-Funded, Velocity, Evaluation-to-Live

Kontogrößen & Preise

Gewinnziel & Drawdown

Regeln zum Tagesverlust

Pass-Bedingungen & Mindesttage

Aktivierung der Finanzierung

Auszahlungen

Automatisierung, EAs & PickMyTrade

Plattformen (NinjaTrader / Tradovate / Rithmic / WealthCharts)

News-, Halte- & Risikoregeln

Resets & Rückerstattungen

Vergleiche

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