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Making Money with Technology Stocks: Investing with QQQ

Making Money with Technology Stocks: Investing with QQQ

Nov 23, 2019 | Investment Basics, Option Trading Basics, Options Calculations, Put-selling, Stock Option Strategies

The exchange-traded fund (ETF) that has appeared most frequently in our premium member ETF reports is Invesco QQQ Trust (NASDAQ: QQQ). This fund consists of 100 of the largest non-financial companies (predominantly technology companies) that trade on the NASDAQ...
Generating 2% – 4% in Bull Markets: How to Take Advantage of Out-Of-The-Money Strikes

Generating 2% – 4% in Bull Markets: How to Take Advantage of Out-Of-The-Money Strikes

Jun 23, 2018 | Investment Basics, Option Trading Basics, Options Calculations, Stock Investing, Stock Option Strategies

The 3 required skills for covered call writing and selling cash-secured puts are stock selection, option selection and position management. This article will use real-life examples highlighting the first 2 of these skill sets in a bull market environment.  ...
How to Use Weeklys and the Premium Stock Reports for Covered Call Writing During Earnings Season

How to Use Weeklys and the Premium Stock Reports for Covered Call Writing During Earnings Season

Jan 2, 2016 | Exchange-Traded Funds, Investment Basics, Option Trading Basics, Stock Option Strategies

One of the three required skills for covered call writing and put-selling is the selection of the underlying security. Along with this we also must avoid quarterly earnings reports. Since most corporations report earnings in similar time frames (known as earnings...

Setting Up Your Portfolio Using the Ellman Calculator and the Premium Report

Jul 23, 2011 | Options Calculations

It’s been a while since we talked math. What’s with all the frowns? Mastering and understanding the calculations (my calculator will do all the work!) will enhance our bottom lines…more cash in our pockets. With that in mind, let’s set up a...

Portfolio Management- Organized Lists Will Improve Our Option Profits

Aug 14, 2010 | Investment Basics

I am a big believer in setting yourself up for success. This is accomplished through education, motivation, commitment and organization. Investors reading this article and others are definitely seeking education, and are motivated and committed. However, without...

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