How EA's 5% Tax Works and Why It Matters
Every trade in FC Ultimate Team goes through the transfer market. EA charges a 5% tax on every completed sale. Learn how this affects your profits and how to manage it effectively.
Every trade in FC Ultimate Team goes through the transfer market. EA charges a 5% tax on every completed sale. Many new traders overlook this rule, and it often turns what looks like a profit into a loss.
How the Tax Works
When you list a card and it sells, EA removes 5% of the sale price before the coins reach your balance. This cut applies to every item, no matter the price.
- Buy price: 20,000 coins
- Sale price: 21,000 coins
- EA tax: 1,050 coins (5% of 21,000)
- Net return: 19,950 coins
- Result: 50 coin loss
Why It Matters
The tax makes small margins dangerous. If you buy without checking the numbers, you can lose coins even when selling above your purchase price. Understanding the tax keeps your trades realistic.
How to Manage It
Check margins:
Always calculate your break-even point.
Aim for higher gaps:
Target trades where the difference between buy and sell is at least 10%.
Use a calculator:
A simple tool saves time and avoids mistakes.
Final Thoughts
The 5% tax is not unfair. It keeps the market stable and prevents inflation. As a trader, your job is to work with it. Plan trades with the tax in mind, and you will avoid hidden losses and grow your balance with less risk.