Author: Mark Wolfinger

I repeatedly write about the importance of risk management when trading options.  Believe me when I tell you that I understand how much most of you are tired of reading about it.  How can I know that?  Because...

Mike, at The Oblivious Investor had an interesting post on ‘sunk costs.’ I joined in the commentary, and Mike has graciously given permission for me to use those comments here.*** For somebody with a long investment...

In your attempt to search the Internet, looking for ideas on how to successfully begin trading options, you landed here.  You are in the right place. Here are some tips on how to get started.  Some may seem obvious,...

The market marches higher and VIX is gradually moving...

I received an e-mail question from a reader who is first learning about options.  His question is very basic, and I’m glad he asked the question.  It’s important for everyone to understand the most basic...

Mark, Will there be a follow up to your Rookie’s Guide To Options book that will go over more advanced concepts? I’m thinking to describe about various issues in managing a monthly income portfolio. Thanks, Art Your...

This video states that ‘it costs you nothing’ to short stock.  Be aware that some brokers charge a fee when you hold a short stock position – and if the stock is difficult to borrow, the fee can be very...

Yesterday’s post discussed what happens when you are assigned an exercise notice.My premise is that it’s seldom a problem.I’d appreciate hearing some of your experiences to see if my perception of the world...

Via email: “Would like more on the perils of assignment.”One of the recurring topics I encounter is anew option trader’s concern about being assigned an exercise notice on some option he/she has sold.There are...

I apologize for the mistakenly published earlier posts. The weekend was just too busy. Your Browser does not support iframes. Part I set the background.Now it’s time to consider which factors are important to the trader...