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Gavin | Options Trading IQ
1 year
📢 Thread: 20 of the Best Option Trading Strategies 📊💼 Options trading offers numerous strategies to suit different market conditions. In this thread, we'll explore some of the top option trading strategies that can enhance your trading toolkit. Let's dive in! 🧵🧵🧵
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"The Richest Man in Babylon" by George S. Clason is one of the most underrated books on financial management Its principles and story are simple, this makes the lessons easy to grasp Here are 5 of the top pieces of advice the book gives its reader👇
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7 Things Every Successful Trader Does: 1. Avoids Big Losses 2. Never Forgets Rule 1 3. Always Uses a Stop Loss 4. Always Has a Trading Plan 5. Has Realistic Expectations 6. Knows When To Reduce Risk 7. Reviews and Analyzes Trading Results What others would you add to this list?
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@unusual_whales Well that'll cover closing costs on houses that are now $5,000 higher
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@unusual_whales Only the Fed could be able to control money supply and still lose money
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@unusual_whales She just nailed $NVDA, her track record stays strong
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How to generate an easy 10% return in 12 months on $VZ stock. Buy 100 shares: $3,585 Sell Jan 21, 2024 call at the 38 strike: $175 Anticipated Dividends: $261 Call income + dividends: $436 $436 / $3,585 = 12.16%
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Great chart of the 1987 crash for educational purposes only. A good one to keep on file. $SPY $SPX $DIA
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✅ I’m giving away 5 guides for FREE (24 hours only) ✅ ➡️ Volatility Trading Domination ➡️ Iron Condor Mastery (4-part video series) ➡️ Iron Condor Pre-Trade Checklist ➡️ Iron Condor Adjustment Guide ➡️ Cash Secured Put Calculator 💥 Like and follow and I will DM you the link
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Selling Options is one of the best income producers in trading But where do you start? Here's a list of 5 of my favorite income strategies with options 👇
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Tesla doesn't pay a dividend which sucks for dividend investors. However, using options you can create your own dividend. Buy 100 shares: $25,160 Sell Jun 21, 2024 call at the 260 strike: $5,180 Yield: $5,180 / $25,160 = 20.59% So, what's the risk? Well, firstly you are
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You don't have to aim for 500-1000%+ in Options. Use $1K as a start and do 20% for 38 trades via compounding and you're at $ 1 Million.
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Covered Calls are great🔅 Covered Calls on Div Stocks are better🔆 Here are 3 Great options for Covered Calls to boost your Divvy income 👇
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I've written over 2,300 articles about options based on 20 years of trading Ready to discover the shortcut to mastering options trading? Like and RT this post and I’ll DM you the 10 articles that will get you from beginner to expert in record time (must be following as well)
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I spent $40,000 getting a Masters in Applied Finance and Investment. A lot of that knowledge is free on Twitter if you follow these 8 accounts:
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$TSLA Option Strategies for Printing Money Tesla is a great stock, but the opportunity to Buy and Hold for massive gains has passed. Today, you will learn 4 different strategies that will beat Buy and Hold. Guaranteed to blow your mind… 1) Poor Man’s Covered Call: Buy a
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I’ve been trading options since 2004 💵 I’ve been teaching other traders about options since 2010 👨‍🏫 I write daily option articles for Barchart and IBD 💸 I’ve traded thousands of options contracts 💰 Here're some biggest lessons I've learned on this journey👀 THREAD 🧵
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I have a Slam Dunk option trade on $TSLA for you today. Just like and comment "Yes" and I will DM it to you. Let's make some $$$$
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“Complexity is the enemy of execution” – Tony Robbins
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@unusual_whales Not sure I would consider Groceries as short term purchases You gotta eat
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Delta Dollars is one of the most important metrics I use when trading options. But most people have not even heard of it. Today, I will break it down for you in a thread:
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🧵 Introduction to Options Trading: A Beginner's Guide 📚 1️⃣ Welcome to a comprehensive thread that will introduce you to the exciting world of options trading! Let's get started!
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How do you manage a Covered Call when the stock has had a big drop? I get asked this question ALL THE TIME So, let’s talk about how to handle this scenario Remember to bookmark this tweet
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Gavin | Options Trading IQ
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Delta Dollars is one of the most important metrics I use when trading options. But most people have not even heard of it. Today, I will break it down for you in a thread:
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Options trading is a millionaire maker. If you want to change your life, put ALL your effort into learning how to trade in 2024. Here's a roadmap to get you started:
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Options Income Mastery is open for early enrollment. Today, I'm giving 1 lucky person free access ($397 Value) Like + Comment "Let me in" to be eligible.
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I've written 2,213 articles about options based on 20 years of trading. Ready to discover the shortcut to mastering options trading? ❤️ and RT this post and I’ll DM you the 15 articles that will get you from beginner to expert in record time. (must be following as well).
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Gavin | Options Trading IQ
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Build An Elite Portfolio Value: $DIS $MRK $NKE Beaten down Dow stocks Dividends: $O $KO $XOM Solid and reliable dividends Defensive: $KMB $PG $CL Stable and reliable assets Growth: $PANW $DKNG $SNOW Focus on rapid revenue growth Blue-chip: $AAPL $MSFT $V $JPM Say no more
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Gavin | Options Trading IQ
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@unusual_whales AI coming for everything and Everyone
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Gavin | Options Trading IQ
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What makes a great trader via @SJosephBurns
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Gavin | Options Trading IQ
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Turned 42 today. The best thing about getting older? I’m saving lots of money on shampoo. 😀 Have a great weekend everyone.
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Gavin | Options Trading IQ
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Tired of being an option trading spectator? Discover 9 powerful strategies that can dramatically improve your game. Intrigued? Keep reading, get ready for a breakthrough. 1. Rhino Brian Larson created the Rhino trade. It is a Broken Wing butterfly traded on $RUT with
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Inspiration from Bruce Lee. Thanks @SJosephBurns
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Selling Calls can make you an income Selling Puts can make you wealthy Selling Puts on solid stocks lets you buy them at a discount automatically When prices come back, your portfolio increases in MV and you have dividend income This is why Quality > Quantity in Put Selling
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Imagine this You are transported back to the beginning of your trading career What are 2 pieces of advice you would give yourself?
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1⃣ Save at least 10% of your income. As Clason writes, "A part of all you earn is yours to keep." Another name for this concept is "pay yourself first" If it's not yet 10% that's fine, this is a solid goal though
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Ever wanted to make more money than you know what to do with? Learn the wheel strategy, a proven options trading method guaranteed to skyrocket your profits. Keep reading. It's time to change your life. $SPY $AAPL $MSFT
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Steal this cheat sheet for buying quality stocks: EPS % Change Last Quarter > 25% EPS Growth This Year > 25% Sales Growth Last Quarter > 20% ROE > 15% Average Daily Volume > 1 mil Then watch the charts for a good entry point. Smooth sailing all but guaranteed.
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How to Scale Your Account with Options: 𝟮𝗞-𝟭𝟬𝗞: Credit Spreads and Condors 𝟭𝟬𝗞-𝟮𝟬𝗞: Credit Spreads and CSPs 𝟮𝟬𝗞-𝟱𝟬𝗞: Ratio Spreads, CSPs, and Longer Dated Credit Spreads 𝟱𝟬𝗞 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗨𝗽: Add in the Poor Man-Covered Call for additional income
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You sold a put and now the stock has dropped. Rather than potentially being assigned, you can delay assignment by rolling the put down and out. Let’s look at an example in this thread 🧵:
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Unlock the secret of trading with Poor Man's Covered Calls. Who said you need 100 shares to sell covered calls? You don't! Here's your game plan: - Step 1: Acquire a LEAP call. Aim for roughly 70 delta.
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Gavin | Options Trading IQ
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Evolution of the trading desk via @SJosephBurns
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Gavin | Options Trading IQ
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Paul Tudor Jones is one of the most influential Hedge Fund Managers in the world 💰He's worth over 5 billion dollars Here's 7 of his most famous market quotes to make you a better trader:
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Gavin | Options Trading IQ
7 years
Love this quote via @AsennaWealth
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Gavin | Options Trading IQ
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A good scanner for finding put selling candidates: Implied Volatility above 30% Total call volume above 2k Market cap above 40b Price above 21d moving average Last Price below $150 And voila, there you have it.
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Beyond Meat is now worth more than Campbell’s Soup, E-Trade, Under Armour and Molson Coors. Switzerland has a 50 year bond with a negative yield. The world has officially gone mad.
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Gavin | Options Trading IQ
7 years
#Bitcoin now overtakes Dutch Tulips as the biggest bubble of all time.
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Gavin | Options Trading IQ
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So much of trading is a mental game. One of the most important thing is focusing on the PROCESS rather than the MONEY. Get the process right and the money will take care of itself. Have a great Sunday. 👍
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🔆So you want to sell some covered Calls🔆 But should you sell weeklies or monthlies? Well luckily we did an experiment to find out Read on to see which is best 👇
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7 Steps For Trading Iron Condors: 1. Identify a stock or ETF with high IV Percentile 2. Check earnings dates 3. Place the short call at short put at the 15 delta 4. Set width for the long call and puts. Usually $5 wide. 5. Choose an appropriate position size. 6. Place the
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Peter Lynch used these criteria to select stocks. - Trailing PE < 25 - Forward PE < 15 - Debt/Equity < 35% - EPS Growth > 15% - PEG Ratio < 1.2 Here are some results from that scan: $TME $UAA $STM $JNPR $BABA $CADE
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2⃣ Make your money work for you. After you've saved, don't just let your money sit idly. This is where the markets come in Whether you sell options for the income or stash it in index funds, make your money work harder than you do
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Who wants this Wheel Strategy tracker template?
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New to Selling Options? it's essential to follow a logical learning journey to build a strong foundation in options trading. Here's a step-by-step guide on the topics you should learn and the order in which you should approach them:
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Gavin | Options Trading IQ
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I've crafted 2,213 articles on options trading from my 20 years of experience. 🚀 Ready to unlock the shortcut to mastering options? ❤️ and RT this post, and I'll DM you the 15 articles that will propel you from beginner to expert in record time. (Must be following as well)
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Gavin | Options Trading IQ
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What is one of your favorite indicators? I'll start: Bollinger Bands
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Today, you will learn about each of the greeks, their importance and how they impact option prices and strategies. Whether you're a seasoned option trader looking to sharpen your skills or a newcomer eager to unlock the secrets of successful options trading, this post will equip
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Gavin | Options Trading IQ
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Build An Elite Portfolio Value: $DIS $WMT$NKE Beaten down Dow stocks Dividends: $O $KO $XOM Solid and reliable dividends Defensive: $KMB $PG $CL Stable and reliable assets Growth: $PANW $DKNG $SNOW $TSLA Rapid revenue growth Blue-chip: $AAPL $MSFT $V $JPM Say no more
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Gavin | Options Trading IQ
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A good reminder that success can come at any age via @SJosephBurns
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Welcome to the hardest game in the world via @SJosephBurns
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@unusual_whales $AAPL improving Siri through acquisition
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5⃣ Increase your ability to earn. This goes beyond your primary source of income. It means improving skills, gaining knowledge, and creating opportunities for additional income. After all, your earning power is your greatest asset.
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"The larger the position, the greater the danger that trading decisions will be driven by fear rather than by judgement and experience."
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3⃣ Get advice from those more knowledgable Seek wisdom from those who are experienced and successful in managing their finances. Twitter is a great place for that if you know where to look With the advent of the internet, this is now easier than ever
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Gavin | Options Trading IQ
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Ever wanted to make more money than you know what to do with? Learn the wheel strategy, a proven options trading method guaranteed to skyrocket your profits. Keep reading. It's time to change your life. $SPY $AAPL $MSFT
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How to win in life: - Smile - Exercise - Be driven - Help others - Be optimistic - Try new things - Be self-educated - Build a side hustle - Avoid toxic people - Define your purpose - Be financially literate - Find the right partner - Make inspiring friends What else?
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With over 2,213 articles on options trading from my 20 years of experience, there's a wealth of knowledge waiting for you. Want to fast-track your options journey? ❤️ & RT this post, and I'll send you the top 10 articles every options trader should read.
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Gavin | Options Trading IQ
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Want to know a secret to skyrocket your option trading profits? Here's a list of low-priced stocks and ETFs perfect for Wheel trades. Get ready to take your trading to a whole new level! $ABNB $INTC $SQ $UBER $MRVL $WFC $FXI $EEM $GDX $ARKK $BITO $XLF $XLE $EWZ $XLP $XLU
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In mid-2023, options trader Tom King published a video explaining his favorite strategy, known as the 1-1-2. It is called the 1-1-2 because it consists of one out-of-the-money long put option, one short put option below that, and two short put options below that.
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Gavin | Options Trading IQ
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Ever heard of the ZEBRA options strategy? I’m betting you haven’t. Let’s take a look at this unique strategy in action. 👇
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Gavin | Options Trading IQ
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Option Strategy Cheat Sheet:
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Gavin | Options Trading IQ
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When I first started trading options I was losing money pretty bad. So, I decided to buy a second screen. After that I started losing money twice as fast. Boom, boom Have a great weekend everyone.
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What makes a great trader via @SJosephBurns
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@DecadeInvestor That's like saying the stock market is a scam
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4⃣ Preserve your wealth by avoiding risky investments. Similar to # 2, this tip is to help keep your expectations tempered Value stability over quick returns. Again Selling options and index funds come to mind here
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Gavin | Options Trading IQ
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Watching CNBC is one of the worst things you can do as a trader. Unless you have it on mute of course.
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🧵 Unleashing the Rhino Strategy: An Options Trading Gem 🦏💎 1️⃣ Have you heard of the Rhino options strategy?
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🧵 The Impact of Time Decay on Options: Theta Strategies 🕰️ 1️⃣ Today, we'll delve into the concept of time decay and how it affects options, along with strategies to leverage it. Let's jump in!
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Gavin | Options Trading IQ
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Handy trade checklist via @Tradeciety
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Top 5 Cash Secured Put Tips: 👉 Stick with quality companies 👉 Choose delta around 15-20 👉 Around 30 DTE. Shorter-term if you have the time to monitor them 👉 Roll down and out if you’re not ready to take assignment 👉 If assigned, take ownership, and sell covered calls
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Baby steps to becoming a better trader
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@unusual_whales The term "exit liquidity" comes to mind
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Gamma is one of the lesser known greeks and often ignored by beginners. A quick thread 🧵 on Gamma and what you need to be aware of:
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Gavin | Options Trading IQ
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The little book That Beats the Markets is an Investing Best Seller The Book introduces the "Magic Formula" For investing But the real magic is its simplicity to follow Here is that magic Formula and how it can apply to options: 👇
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The Trend is your Friend 📈 Everyone knows this trading saying, but its tough to do Here are 3 simple but effective ways to help you identify the trend 👇
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Trading Hack 𝗧𝗵𝗲 "𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗲𝗻𝗱" 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲 Sell a SPX put (or a Put spread for safety) Friday 15 minutes before the close Buy it back to close on Monday 15 minutes after the open Look to play Monday or Tuesday expiration
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My 21st Valentines Day spent with this lovely lady. 😍
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@unusual_whales I am sure this will be a dip that gets bought eventually
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Gavin | Options Trading IQ
2 years
@JaalaPulford @techverbatim You're joking right? How disconnected are you from the real world?
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Gavin | Options Trading IQ
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Selling options is one of the best ways to make full-time income Best of all you can do it on part-time hours
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Gavin | Options Trading IQ
7 years
"Facebook is worth $15. Stay away from the stock." - Barron's, September 24, 2012 Current $FB Price: $170.44
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Gavin | Options Trading IQ
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$TSLA Doesn't pay a Div Here is how you can make your own 17% Yield 🟢 Buy 100 Shares for $21,500 today (215/share) 🟢 Sell a September 2024 260 Call You bank 17% on your money if it expires, you make 44% if it gets called away This is how you make your own dividend
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Gavin | Options Trading IQ
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Best Stocks for Iron Condors: 🚗 $TSLA 🍎 $AAPL 🌍 $META 💻 $AMD 🎮 $NVDA 📦 $AMZN 🖥️ $MSFT 🔍 $GOOGL 🍿 $NFLX ✈️ $BA 👟 $NKE 🎨 $ADBE 📈 $CRM 💰 $JPM 🚜 $CAT 💊 $ABBV 💉 $UNH
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Gavin | Options Trading IQ
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Using $O stock, we started a wheel example in early March. Since then, the stock is -6.2%, but our wheel trade is +$270 or around 2.19%. That's why I love the wheel. 🎡
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Gavin | Options Trading IQ
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🧵 Unleashing the Rhino Strategy: An Options Trading Gem 🦏💎
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