Comparing the Protection from ITM Covered Calls versus Adding Protective Puts (The Collar Strategy) + New Member Discount Coupon

Comparing the Protection from ITM Covered Calls versus Adding Protective Puts (The Collar Strategy) + New Member Discount Coupon

Mar 21, 2026 | Fundamental Analysis, Investment Basics, Option Trading Basics, Options Calculations, Options Trade Execution, Put-selling, Stock Option Strategies

click ↑ 4 Featured In bear, volatile and uncertain market environments, covered call writers turn to ITM call strikes and protective puts to create greater protection to the downside. In this article, the pros & cons of each hedging technique will be analyzed...
How to Incorporate High Implied Volatility Stocks into Conservative Cash-Secured Put Portfolios

How to Incorporate High Implied Volatility Stocks into Conservative Cash-Secured Put Portfolios

Feb 14, 2026 | Investment Basics, Option Trading Basics, Options Calculations, Options Trade Execution, Put-selling, Stock Option Strategies

click ↑ 4 Featured In a previous publication, a high implied volatility (IV) ETF, URA was analyzed as how to use it in a defensive manner while still generating significant covered call writing returns. In this article, a real-life cash-secured put trade with Solaris...
Two Defensive 5-Day Cash-Secured Put Trades Start-to-Finish: Laddering Strikes

Two Defensive 5-Day Cash-Secured Put Trades Start-to-Finish: Laddering Strikes

Jan 31, 2026 | Investment Basics, Option Trading Basics, Options Calculations, Options Trade Execution, Put-selling, Stock Option Strategies, Technical Analysis

click ↑ 4 Featured I favor cash-secured put trades in volatile, bearish and volatile market conditions. I also use puts to enter covered call trades (PCP, Put-Call-Put or “wheel” strategy). In this article, real-life examples with Celestica Inc. (NYSE:...
Setting Up Option Portfolios Using Stock Selection, Diversification, Cash Allocation and Calculations

Setting Up Option Portfolios Using Stock Selection, Diversification, Cash Allocation and Calculations

Jan 10, 2026 | Fundamental Analysis, Investment Basics, Option Trading Basics, Options Calculations, Options Trade Execution, Put-selling, Stock Option Strategies

click ↑ 4 Featured When establishing our covered call writing & cash-secured put portfolios, there are several metrics we should use to minimize risk and enhance our overall returns. This article will identify and explain these critical resources. Checklist for...