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Free Riding Rule

If you sell stock "X" and use the proceeds to purchase stock "Y" the same day, are you prohibited to sell stock "Y" before the settlement date of stock "X". (In a cash account)

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Free Riding Rule

It is best to open a margin account if you plan on being an active trader in order to avoid the free riding regulations.

Trying to be a swing trader or day trader with a simple cash account is not realistic.

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