TradeStation's $250 Bonus: A Simple Way to Earn Cash While You Trade

If you've been thinking about opening a brokerage account, now's a pretty good time to jump in. TradeStation is offering a straightforward cash bonus: deposit $5,000 or more in new money, and they'll give you $250 over five months. It's not a complicated deal, but there are a few steps you need to follow to make sure you qualify. Let me break it down.

What's the Catch? (Spoiler: Not Much)

Honestly, this is one of the cleaner brokerage bonuses I've seen. You open a new account, use the promo code TSTVAGSF, and deposit at least $5,000 within 45 days. Then you connect your account to TradingView (which is free to sign up for), and TradeStation starts dropping $50 into your account each month for five months. That's $250 total, no trading required.

But here's the thing: you need to keep that $5,000 balance and stay connected to TradingView each month to get each payment. If you pull money out or disconnect, you might miss a month. Also, the bonus is paid as a credit to your account, not a check. It's essentially free cash to use however you want—put it toward a TradingView subscription, try a new strategy, or just let it sit.

Who Should Jump on This?

This offer is perfect if you already have $5,000 sitting in a bank account earning next to nothing. Or if you're a TradingView user looking for a broker with zero commissions on stocks and options. TradeStation has been around for over 40 years and even won TradingView's Broker of the Year in 2025, so it's not some fly-by-night operation.

That said, if you're a current TradeStation customer, you're out of luck—this is only for new accounts. And if you're thinking of transferring an existing TradeStation account, that won't count as new assets. You need to bring money from another bank or broker.

A Few Things to Watch Out For

First, the $5,000 minimum might be a stretch for some people. But if you have it, it's a solid 5% return in five months (annualized, that's about 12%—way better than a savings account).

Second, make sure you use the correct promo code TSTVAGSF when you apply. If you forget, you might not get the bonus. Also, the offer requires you to connect to TradingView—if you don't use TradingView, this might not be for you.

Third, the bonus is taxable if it exceeds $599 in a calendar year. This one is $250, so you're under the threshold, but it's still good practice to keep track. And as always, consult a tax professional if you're unsure.

Finally, avoid withdrawing or transferring money out during the five-month period. If you do, you might lose out on future payments. The fine print says you need to maintain the minimum funding through the month following the fund date, and then stay connected to TradingView each month.

Bottom Line

• Deposit $5,000+ in new money within 45 days, link to TradingView, and get $50/month for five months.
• No trading required, but you must maintain the balance and stay connected to TradingView each month.
• Use promo code TSTVAGSF when opening your account.
• Only for new customers; existing TradeStation clients are excluded.

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