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Because trading options isn’t like trading stocks, we’ve created Options Trading 101. Our options trading basics cover topics such as getting started with options, the best time to exit trades, options and volatility and a whole lot more. Browse our options trading advice below or subscribe to our Options Trading 101 RSS feed and have the latest news and information sent straight to your inbox.

Making Money With Options the ‘Write’ Way

Options trading is a balancing act that favors the house. Find out how to master the balancing act and achieve great returns. More 

2012 Options Trading Profit Guide

This free options trading education guide will get you up to speed on the basics of trading options and ready to trade in no time. More 

The Single Trading Variable Always Within Your Control

When sizing positions, you might risk a fixed percentage or dollar amount in each trade, or you might adjust the amount of money at risk. More 

Test Your Options IQ

Take our options trading quiz to find out just how savvy an options trader you are. More 

What Traders Need to Know About Option Settlement

The rarely-discussed topic of option settlement is critical for option trading success. More 

7 Tips for Mastering Put Selling

Selling put options can provide consistent profits or allow you to buy stocks at a discount. More 

5 Advantages of Trading Weekly Options

Find out what it is that traders love so much about Weeklys. More 
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