Articles that match the tag: options market
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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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The Mystery of Option "Extrinsic" Value
Michael Thomsett - October 14, 2010
Once you understand what extrinsic value means in options trading, you will become better suited to manage risks more effectively. These tips by Michael Thomsett will help you to use extrinsic value to your advantage.
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Managing Your Portfolio With Options, Part 2
Michael Thomsett - October 08, 2010
What's the "Double-Whammy" short put strategy? In this conclusion to Michael Thomsett's series on good portfolio management, he explains an options trading strategy that will not only add cash to your account, but also help manage your portfolio.
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Using Options for Swing Trading
Michael Thomsett - October 04, 2010
As an options play, swing trading is one of the rare examples in which using soon-to-expire, in-the-money contracts provides you a benefit. Here's a demonstration of how to use this option-based swing trading strategy to leverage your exposure and reduce market risks.
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