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As someone who takes trading safety and regulatory oversight seriously, I carefully evaluated Firstrade’s policies before ever considering a withdrawal. According to the current information, Firstrade sets no minimum withdrawal amount for standard ACH transfers to a linked U.S. bank account. This flexibility is convenient because I can access any available balance in my account without being locked into a fixed threshold, which can sometimes restrict cash flow or hinder smaller portfolio adjustments. However, I have learned through years of trading that even when minimums aren’t imposed by the broker, withdrawal procedures can be subject to internal reviews or compliance holds, especially when account activity triggers flags or if there are unsettled funds. For other withdrawal methods—like international or expedited check deliveries—fees apply, but again, there are no stated minimum withdrawal restrictions. Practically speaking, I always check that my request amount is above zero and that sufficient cleared cash is available, as these are universal requirements. Given Firstrade’s lack of regulatory oversight, I am especially conservative about the amounts I keep or withdraw at a time, preferring smaller, regular withdrawals to minimize risk. In summary, from direct experience, there is no stated lowest withdrawal amount per transaction, but I always proceed cautiously, double-check my available funds, and stay up-to-date with any changes in Firstrade’s operational policies.