u/Slow_Rip_2922 ·
Reddit — r/options
· April 13, 2026 at 09:24
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Hi all,
I tried searching FAQs and couldn't find an answer on this.
I have an account with interactive brokers and after placing a trade for a CSP, I receieved a notice asking me to consider adding at least 10% additional margin.
Im not really sure why I got this message as I'm not using margin. I have the funds in my account to cover the contract. I ended up just closing the trade because I wasnt sure if interactive brokers would intervene on my behalf.
I have a few questions...
1. Why am I being asked to add more funds to the account when I'm not using margin and I have enough money to cover being assigned.
2. Can interactive brokers cancel my trade if they feel I dont have enough margin (even though im not using margin).
3. Would it be better switching to a cash account? I'm using this account for options and have no intention of using margin.
Thanks.