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How to Become an Options Trader: Essential Tips and Tricks (for Absolute Beginners)
If you're on this blog, the chances are you have been looking for information on options trading and do not quite know where to start. This guide will introduce you to how to become an options...
A Look at the Basics of a Long Put Calendar Spread [Beginner Guide]
When you have an idea of a specific market price, a long put calendar spread can be an effective strategy. By buying longer-term puts and selling shorter-term ones at the same strike price, you can...
New Version for Option Samurai! Q2 2024 🎈
Wow, we are already at the end of June and have finished the first half of 2024—how time flies! It's time for our new Q2 2024 version!
We are constantly working on improving our software and...
Understanding the Long Calendar Spread - Tips and Insights
The long calendar spread is a relatively advanced strategy for traders aiming to profit from stability. Consisting of buying a longer-term call and selling a shorter-term one at the same strike...
Implied Volatility vs. Historical Volatility in Options Trading [A New Tool in Your Trading Kit]
Volatility should always be on your mind if you want to become a successful options trader. Understanding implied volatility vs. historical volatility is essential. This article breaks down the...
Short Put Calendar Spread: Taking Advantage of Volatility [Complete Guide]
If you expect a drop in implied volatility, you might want to consider the short put calendar spread strategy. In order to achieve this, you sell a longer-term put while buying a shorter-term put...
Finding the Best Naked Put Options (with a Great Edge)
Selling puts is one of the favorite strategies for many traders, especially when it comes to naked put options. This strategy lets you earn from selling uncovered puts without owning the asset....
Managing Naked Call Options: Risks and Strategies of This Option Strategy
Selling a call is a common strategy in options trading, and there are many ways to do it. Naked call options involve selling calls without holding the underlying asset, a move that promises profits...
Benefits and Risks of the Short Calendar Spread Options Strategy
If you're looking for advanced options strategy ideas, the short calendar spread might catch your interest. This is a trade that combines selling a longer-term call and buying a shorter-term one at...
Building a Synthetic Covered Call Strategy - What You Need to Know
Options trading can give investors unique opportunities to manage risk and achieve growth. The synthetic covered call is a strategy that combines the benefits of traditional covered calls with no...