Can I day trade stocks without 25k?

Asked 3 years ago

This seems like a large amount of money for someone just starting to trade. Do I have to have the 25K in my account available at all times? What happens if I trade and it dips below the margin requirement? Is there a way to get around the 25k day trading rule?

Day trading rule over 25k Day trading

Avik Das

Wednesday, September 15, 2021

Yes, according to the PDT rule in the United States, you must keep a balance of 25k for day trading. If the minimum balance goes down below 25k, then your day trade can't go beyond three days in a time frame of five days. 
There's only one other option available: You can open multiple brokerage accounts to continue day trading with less than 25k in your account.