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The Best Indicators for Option Trading

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Choosing the best indicator for option trading can make a big difference in your success. Whether you're a beginner or experienced trader, identifying the best indicators for option trading helps...

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Options Arbitrage Strategies Explained (Low-Risk Trading Insights)

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Options arbitrage offers traders a way to profit from market inefficiencies with minimal risk. But how do arbitrage option trading strategies actually work? This article deals with key options...

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Stop Losing Money on Options with These 3 Tips

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Losing money on options? You are not alone. Many traders struggle with this, often asking, “Why do I keep losing money on options?” The reasons often boil down to poor planning, weak strategies,...

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Option Leverage - How It Works and Why You Should Know About It

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Option leverage lets traders amplify potential gains while using less capital. By paying a small premium, you can control 100 shares—something that isn’t possible with stocks alone. This article...

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Trade Idea - Bull Put Spread on REGN

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Disclaimer: The trades discussed in this blog reflect the author's personal strategies and decisions. These are not financial advice and should not be considered recommendations to buy, sell, or...

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Time Decay in Options - Does It Help or Harm Your Trades?

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Time decay in options is a concept that you certainly don't want to ignore. The whole concept is rather intuitive (the closer you get to the expiry date, the more value your option loses), but...

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Qualified Covered Calls: Simplifying Tax Rules for US Traders [With Scenarios]

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Qualified covered calls can offer attractive tax advantages, but the rules can get tricky. How are covered calls taxed? It depends on expiration dates, assignments, and stock holding periods. This...

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How Are Options Taxed in the US? The Facts You Need to Know

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Figuring out how options are taxed in the US can get tricky. Taxes on options trading depend on factors like your strategy and whether you hold a long or short position. Are options taxed as...

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Options Trading Fees - An Impartial Comparison Among Brokers

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The fees you pay when trading options can greatly affect profitability. With option fees and services varying between brokers, choosing a broker exclusively based on who has the lowest options...

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Can You Buy Options in the Pre-Market? [What Traders Need to Know]

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Pre-market trading is gaining popularity, but does this apply to options traders as well? Can you buy options in the pre-market, and if so, what are the limitations? While stock options aren't...