The Ira Epstein Division of The Linn Group, Inc.

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Account Types


Self-Directed Discount Accounts

Our everyday low commissions are amongst the lowest in the industry – in fact, you'll be surprised at just how low they are! If you are a Self-Directed Trader,trading online.The Commission Rate for fully electronic markets can be as low as $1 per-side, plus industry standard "Exchange and NFA Fees".

However, low commissions are by no means a guarantee of profit. Rather, they are but part of the trading arsenal we provide.

Broker Assisted Accounts

We maintain a knowledgeable Personal Brokerage Department. Your Personal Broker can act as your eyes and ears in the marketplace, consult with you as often as needed to help make trading easier for you, while tailoring a highly competitive brokerage commission that will be based on your specific trading style and needs.

Managed Accounts

Our Managed Account Division researches CTAs based on a strict criteria of historical trading, past actual profitability along with an emphasis on limited draw-downs in customer equity.

We strive to avoid the short-term "hot traders of the day". Rather, we focus on finding CTAs that have had historically profitable trading results. It is very important that each trader realizes that no one can forecast or guarantee future profits. The past profitable trading history of a CTA does not in itself guarantee future profits.

Online Account Forms

It's easy to open an account using our fully electronic Online Account Forms.

Once you complete and electronically sign the New Account Documents,a copy will automatically be e-mailed to you. Our computers will notify our staff that you have completed your account documents and they will begin the reviewing process.

Once the review is complete, assuming no further information is needed, expect a fast turn-around as we set up your trading account. Should further clarification be needed, a staff member will contact you at the number you provided in your account documents. Once cleared funds are made available to The Linn Group, you will be set to trade.

The Linn Group provides Electronic Check Writing for banks located in the USA. All you need do is fill out the electronic check located in your account document to use this feature.

Open An Account

If you have questions about the account opening process simply contact one of our representatives by calling:

1-866-973-2077.

Our daytime business hours are from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM CST, Monday through Friday.

Send us an e-mail with any questions you may have.

The risk of loss in trading commodities can be substantial. Trading Futures is not suitable for everyone.