Articles that match the tag: options


Trading Realities, Trading Options: The Big Saturday Interview with Author and Options Trader Jeff Augen

Jeff Augen - May 27, 2011
"Find a way to gain and edge. find a way to do your own statistical analysis to find things that other do not know." That's the message of options trader Jeff Augen in his provocative new book, Trading Realities. Here why Jeff believes that options are the best way for traders to deal with the challenges of randomness and volatility in the 21st century. Read More >>

The Covered Call Ratio Write -- the Portfolio Cash Cow

Michael Thomsett - April 08, 2011
Here's an explanation of how the ratio write works to help you determine whether or not the strategy is a good match for your options trading. Read More >>

Option Survival: Setting and Following Bailout Levels

Michael Thomsett - April 04, 2010
Of all the dilemmas that option traders face, the question of when to take profits or cut losses is frequently at the top the list. Here, Michael C. Thomsett shows you how to best navigate options trading with specific goals and a bailout point in mind. Read More >>

The Forward Roll: Avoiding Option Exercise Indefinitely

Michael Thomsett - March 31, 2011
Before entering into any option strategy, especially for covered call positions, traders should understand the rules. Here Michael Thomsett explains the forward rolling strategy Read More >>

How to Lessen Your Risk in a Trade

Larry Connors - March 31, 2011
In this article from our archives, Larry Connors covers the use of options as a way to lower risks. Learn how to use this spread strategy and improve your trading while limiting your risk. Read More >>

How to Create a Synthetic Put

Carley Garner - November 16, 2010
Why would you go through the hassle of mimicking an instrument instead of simply trading the original? The answer is simple: you can design it to better take advantage of the underlying market. Carley Garner explains the benefits of this popular options strategy called a synthetic put. Read More >>

An Options Strategy to Use If You're Bearish

Carley Garner - November 03, 2010
In this trading lesson, Carley Garner explains the put ratio spread and the best time to put this options trading strategy into practice. Read More >>

Knowing the Real Odds of Successful Options Trading

Ken Trester - November 01, 2010
Options are an excellent tool to have in your trading arsenal, as they can be used to reduce risk and increase your income in the markets. Ken Trester discusses how to properly add options to your trading portfolio. Read More >>

Calculating Covered Call Profits - Not As Easy As It Sounds

Michael Thomsett - October 29, 2010
Calculating profit is the best way to judge and compare trading performance. But sometimes, figuring out profits on option trades can be very much complicated. Michael C. Thomsett makes it easier with these few tips. Read More >>

Introduction to Options Selling

Carley Garner - October 29, 2010
Carley Garner explains the theory of options selling and offers a practical approach for implementing some basic risk management techniques. Read More >>