Costs of Rollover in Futures Trading

What is the cost of rolling over a position?

When you opt for a rollover, you'll encounter costs that include the price difference between your current contract and the next or far month contract. Additionally, expect to cover brokerage and transaction fees for both the closing and opening transactions.
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