How to calculate your real profit in P2P and avoid losses? (Practical guide)
How to calculate your real profit in P2P and avoid losses? (Practical guide)
Introduction
Many beginners in P2P think they made a profit from the first transaction, but after a while, they discover they lost! Why? Because they weren't calculating the profit correctly.
In this article, we will explain how to calculate your real profit step by step and understand all the small details that differentiate between profit and loss.
First: Know your hidden expenses
In P2P, profit is not just the difference between the buying price and the selling price. You need to know:
Are there transfer fees from your wallet?
Are there fees for transferring money within the bank or wallet?
Are you giving discounts without realizing it?
Are there clients who delay and miss other opportunities for you?
All these factors affect the net profit.
Second: Calculate the margin smartly
The margin is the difference between the price you bought at and the price you sell at.
Practical example:
You bought 100 USDT at a price of 1 = 100 pounds
I sold them at a price of 1 = 101.5 pounds
This means you earned 1.5 pounds for each dollar
Total profit = 1.5 × 100 = 150 pounds
But is this the net profit? No! You need to subtract the costs.
Third: Calculate the real net profit
Let's continue with the example above:
If your internal transfer cost you 10 pounds
And the platform or application fees cost you 5 pounds
So your real profit = 150 - 10 - 5 = 135 pounds
This means you always need to calculate the cost of each transaction before you rejoice at the big number.
Fourth: Record each transaction
Whether on paper, in an Excel file, or a notes app:
Transaction time
The amount
The price
Profit or loss
Notes about the client (slow? excellent? annoying?)
Just two weeks after documenting, you will find you have a clear vision that helps you develop your work.
Fifth: Plan for a weekly or monthly goal
For example:
Your goal is to achieve 5 transactions daily
With an average profit of $2 per transaction
This means you could achieve $10 daily × 30 days = $300 monthly
Over time, and with improving your style and speed, you could reach $500 or even $1000 monthly.
Conclusion$
Profit in P2P is not random, nor is it luck. It's simple science + observation + commitment.
The smarter you are in your calculations, the higher your net profit will be.
Start today by recording each transaction and analyzing every step, and after a while, you will see a big difference in your account.