Articles that match the tag: options strategy


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 >>

Navigating the Sea of Volatility with Options

Dan Passarelli - March 31, 2011
When volatility is excruciatingly low, try these option strategies that can produce outsized gains while mitigating the potential for future volatility increases. Read More >>

Setting Up an ETF Iron Condor

Dan Passarelli - November 15, 2010
Iron condors can be great strategies under the right circumstances. But the problem is --- knowing when the right circumstances are present. Dan Passarelli provides these basic steps, which makes the task of finding an iron condor much less daunting. Read More >>

Understanding the Seasonality of Options

Dan Passarelli - November 09, 2010
Thanks to the seasonality patterns that overlie option trades, those new to the world of options are often caught off guard by how quickly options can lose their value. Learn more about the different kinds of option cycles from Dan Passarelli. 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 >>

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. Read More >>

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. Read More >>

What Options Say About the Dow

Dan Passarelli - April 08, 2010
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Was Monday's rally a nice welcome back for our bull market, or was it the kind of day that will allow investors to get their hopes up? Find out more in Dan Passarelli's options commentary. Read More >>