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Options Strategies Made Simple Hedging with options trading offers flexibility, control, and risk reduction. Strategies like protective puts, covered calls, and collars allow investors to shield portfolios while pursuing growth. McLane Advisors guides you through these tools with clear, actionable insights. Buying Protective Puts Purchase the right to sell a stock at a set price, protecting…

Options Terms essential for mastery Understanding options trading begins with mastering the key terms. Below are ten crucial concepts every investor should know before entering the options market: Strike Price The predetermined price at which an option can be exercised. Calls allow purchase at this price, while puts allow selling. The strike price is essential for evaluating potential gains…

Conservative Options Strategies That Work Retirement accounts benefit from low-risk options strategies that balance income and protection. Covered calls generate cash flow, protective puts guard against downturns, and cash-secured puts create buy opportunities at attractive prices; all of these strategies are designed for financial stability and are accessible when using options in retirement…

Mastering the Language of Expiration Expiration comes with key terms: Theta (time decay) measures how value erodes as expiration nears. The strike price defines the target price. The expiration cycle sets timeframes, while assignment determines obligations when an option is exercised. Each affects timing and value. The Time-Value Connection As options approach expiration, their time value de…

Options Simplified for Capital Preservation Options are contracts that allow you to buy or sell an asset at a set price within a certain period. Calls give you the right to buy; puts give you the right to sell. Options aren’t just for speculation, they’re powerful tools for protecting your retirement portfolio. Covered Calls Selling a covered call involves holding an underlying stock and sel…