May 27, 2017 | Covered Call Exit Strategies, Exit Strategies, Investment Basics, Option Trading Basics, Options Calculations, Options Trade Execution, Put-selling, Stock Option Strategies
A covered call trade can be initiated by first purchasing the underlying stock or exchange-traded fund (ETF). It can also be launched by first selling an out-of-the-money (OTM) cash-secured put and allowing exercise if the put strike is in-the-money (ITM) at...
May 6, 2017 | Investment Basics, Option Trading Basics, Options Calculations, Put-selling, Stock Option Strategies
Many consider covered call writing and selling cash-secured puts the same strategy with the same risk-reward profiles. To me, they are similar with slight differences that must be understood to make a decision as to which strategy to favor. In the end, it will be like...
Mar 11, 2017 | Investment Basics, Option Trading Basics, Options Calculations, Put-selling, Stock Option Strategies
Whether I am selling call or put options I prefer to use a cash account. That’s where we invest and utilize only our own cash to purchase stock and secure put trades. More aggressive investors may want to magnify their returns by leveraging margin accounts. This...
Feb 18, 2017 | Investment Basics, Option Trading Basics, Options Calculations, Put-selling, Stock Option Strategies
Selling Cash-Secured Puts can be used to accomplish several goals; Generate cash flow Buy a stock at a discount Used as part of a multi-tiered option selling strategy along with covered call writing (PCP strategy) Our strategy goal along with overall market...
Dec 10, 2016 | Investment Basics, Option Trading Basics, Put-selling, Stock Option Strategies
An accepted myth is that covered call writing and selling cash-secured puts are precisely the same strategy. The reason this statement is generally accepted by many investors is that they have the same risk-reward profiles or profit and loss graphs: In this...
Dec 3, 2016 | Covered Call Exit Strategies, Exit Strategies, Investment Basics, Put-selling, Stock Investing, Stock Option Strategies
After entering our covered call writing or put-selling positions, we immediately prepare for possible exit strategy opportunities. All exit strategies begin by buying back the option, call or put. These position management techniques are used to mitigate losses, turn...
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