Long and Short Positions
In this section, Sam reviews the types of options contracts and what “going long and short” means for traders.
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Special Cases: Implications of Dividends, Mergers, and Acquisitions on Options
There are special cases and implications that are important to understand when it comes to dividends, mergers, and acquisitions in trading options.
Early Exercise and Assignment
Allison breaks down the difference between assignment and exercising your options, her quick start guide to options expiration, and what to do upon assignment.
Assignment: Rights and Obligations in Options
There are different rights and obligations a trader has when trading options. Allison explains what these responsibilities are and what options “assignment” means.
Risk in Options vs. Stocks
There are key differences in risk when trading options versus stocks. Allison breaks down the risks in trading options including expiration, leverage, and strategies.
The 25% Rule
Discover Allison’s risk management strategy for consistent gains. This can help traders avoid investing too much capital and wiping out an account.
Risk Management
In trading, it is always, “Risk First, Profits Second”. Understanding risk is one of the main keys to staying successful in your trading and locking in your profits.
Different Types of Trading Accounts
One of the first steps to trading is signing up for a trading account! Allison breaks down the different types of trading accounts and what that process looks like.
Conclusion
Let’s wrap up the first section of the Options Trading track and get a sneak peek into what you’ll discover next.
Creating a Trading Plan
Every trader should utilize a trading plan to define their goals, risk parameters, entry and exit rules, and more. Learn what the main components of a trading plan are.