Options 101

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4 Critical Tips for Every Options Trader

Four rules every options trader should follow. More 

5 Things You Must Know to Trade Index Options

A tutorial on trading index options like the S&P 500 (CBOE: SPX), CBOE Volatility Index (CBOE: VIX), Russell 2000 (.RUT), and the Nasdaq-100 Index (.NDX). More 

What are Options Contracts?

When you purchase options contract, the price quoted will be per share and not per contract. Here's a simple calculation to determine options contract price. More 

Choosing an Options Broker

Before you open an options trading account here are a few considerations you'll encounter when choosing an options broker. Getting approval for trading options. More 

Options Trading Strategies

There are many fairly complex options trading strategies. Here's a listing of options trading strategies for novice and seasoned options traders. More 

Common Mistakes to Avoid When Trading Options

In addition to risk, time decay, and overly aggressive positions, there are a few other common mistakes that option traders make. Avoid these Options Mistakes. More 

Understanding Options Risk

By understanding options risk, you can become a better and more profitable options trader. While big returns are achievable savvy traders understand the risk. More