I want to live paper trade to execute trades manually. Am I required to have a brokerage account to paper trade?
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I want to live paper trade to execute trades manually. Am I required to have a brokerage account to paper trade?
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David Tachera
Please remove this subject. The documentation is pretty clear the answer is yes
Varad Kabade
Hi David Tachera,
We can use the QuantConnect "Paper Brokerage Model". The QuantConnect Paper Model allows you to simulate immediate brokerage fills like backtesting without first signing up to a brokerage account. Refer to the following docs for more information.
Best,
Varad Kabade
David Tachera
The material on this website is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute an offer to sell, a solicitation to buy, or a recommendation or endorsement for any security or strategy, nor does it constitute an offer to provide investment advisory services by QuantConnect. In addition, the material offers no opinion with respect to the suitability of any security or specific investment. QuantConnect makes no guarantees as to the accuracy or completeness of the views expressed in the website. The views are subject to change, and may have become unreliable for various reasons, including changes in market conditions or economic circumstances. All investments involve risk, including loss of principal. You should consult with an investment professional before making any investment decisions.
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