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Collar Payoff Calculator Template - Visualize P&L, Fees, and Dividend Impact
Use Option Samurai’s collar calculator template to test bullish or bearish collars, include dividends, check risk-free trades, and log them fast.
How Long Does It Take to Learn Options Trading? Building Skills That Last
How long does it take to learn options trading? The short answer is: it depends. Learning the basics is quick, but building the skills to trade with confidence takes time.
Best Time to Trade Options: Avoid Rushing a Trade
Knowing the best time to trade options can make a big difference in your results. Is it right at the open, during midday, or in the final hour?
How to Start Trading Options? What You Need Before Risking Real Money
This guide explains how to start trading options with confidence, even if you're a complete beginner.
Long Straddle Breakout Strategy: Using Low IV and Bollinger Bands to Spot Setups
Learn how to spot long straddle breakout opportunities with our advanced options screener.
Trade Idea - Long Call ZEBRA on RF
Today I entered a bullish position on Regions Financial (RF) using a long call ZEBRA.
LEAP Options Trading - How to Scan, Select, and Profit from Long-Dated Calls
Learn how you can use Option Samurai to find the best LEAP trading options idea to add to your portfolio.
Open Interest Report: How Can You Trade It? Here’s What the Backtest Shows
Many traders focus on charts or news, but options positioning tells a different story. We’ve backtested our open interest report to see if it can help predict stock price moves.
Breakeven Price in Options - Understand the Key to Profitable Trades
Knowing where a trade moves from loss to profit can change how you manage risk. What is the break even price in options, and what does break even mean in options across different strategies?
Double Diagonal Spread - An Advanced Time Decay Strategy Explained
The double diagonal spread is a lesser-known options strategy that combines time decay and defined risk.