Hey traders, I’m in the airport about to fly out to Rome for my son’s wedding, but I wanted to get this quick message out to you about a strategy that can help you maximize your returns during this October rally. I know a lot of you are probably wondering, “What’s the best way to […]
What Motorcycling Offroad Taught Me About Market Volatility
Jack Carter | September 25, 2024
Hey traders, When I told you yesterday how fly fishing is a lot like trading, it got me thinking about my other hobby: riding my Honda Transalp motorcycle through the Colorado backcountry. There’s something about taking my bike offroad — navigating the rugged trails, dodging obstacles, and dealing with unpredictable conditions — that’s a lot […]
How to Choose the Right Stocks to Sell Options On
Jack Carter | September 16, 2024
Hey traders, Last week, I walked you through the importance of selling options and letting time decay work in your favor. But here’s the thing: Even when you’re selling options, you can’t just pick any stock out there. You need to be smart about which stocks you trade on if you want to stack up […]
What To Do After You Unlock the Power of Selling Options
Jack Carter | September 13, 2024
Hey traders, If you read yesterday’s post, you might have already started the simple exercise I shared with you. You know, the one that shows you how time decay eats away at an option’s value. If you haven’t started yet, don’t worry. You can start whenever you’re ready — but don’t wait too long. Because […]
How to See Time Decay in Action (Without Risking a Single Penny)
Jack Carter | September 12, 2024
Hey traders, Yesterday, I told you why selling options is the smart play — because time decay is your best friend. Today, I want to show you a simple way you can actually see time decay at work. It’s an easy, no-risk exercise you can do from the comfort of your own home. You don’t […]
How to Find the Best Stocks for Options Trading
Jack Carter | September 5, 2024
Hey traders, I get this question a lot: What makes a good stock for options trading? The answer is pretty simple—it all comes down to two key factors: Volatility and Directional Bias Volatility is the first thing I look for. Volatility is measured in beta, and here’s what that means: The broad market has a […]
When to Sell Your Options: Don’t Get Greedy
Jack Carter | September 3, 2024
Hey traders, A few weeks ago I gave you 3 rules for knowing when to sell a stock you’ve bought. That’s solid info and you should bookmark it so you can refer to it as needed. Today I want to dive into something just as important — knowing when to sell your options. I know […]
When to Sell: My Top Rules for Taking Profits
Jack Carter | August 22, 2024
Hey Traders, The other day, I got a question that doesn’t get asked enough: “When should I sell a stock?” It’s a great question because most of the time, people are focused on what to buy, what to invest in, or what to trade. But knowing when to sell is just as important, if not […]
Avoid the Morning Trap: A Market Maker’s Guide
Jack Carter | August 19, 2024
Hey traders, There’s a reason I don’t like to place orders right at the open. And I ESPECIALY don’t like to place market orders. Let me explain for you. A market order is just what it sounds like: an order to buy or sell a stock at whatever the current market price is. Sounds simple, […]
What’s Trending and What’s Not
Jack Carter | August 15, 2024
Hey Traders, The market’s been a wild ride lately — probably the most volatile I’ve ever seen in almost 40 years of trading. Stocks are swinging 4, 5, even 6% in a single day. That’s not normal, and it’s got everyone on edge. But if you know where to look, there are still some strong […]