Cole Turner
Options Trading for Beginners – The 3 Basic Things to Learn How to Trade
This is a guide that helps you get started with options trading.
What are VIX Options? – And How to Trade Them
A VIX option is a non-equity option that uses the CBOE Volatility Index as its underlying asset. It originated in 2006 and was the first exchange-traded option. VIX can be bought or sold just like an equity option. VIX options give individual investors the opportunity to trade on market volatility. There is potential to make […]
What is the CBOE Volatility Index (VIX) and Why It’s Important to Option Traders
The CBOE Volatility Index, or VIX, is an index that shows the stock market’s expected 30-day volatility. It is important to understand that the VIX allows investors to watch the volatility of the stock market easily. Knowing when prices are expected to increase or decrease will help an investor make better investment decisions overall. This […]
How to Value an Option?
The value of an option, also known as the option premium, is the price paid by the buyer to the seller for the option contract. Whether an investor is buying or selling options, understanding the three factors that make up the value of an option are crucial in succeeding in options trading; these three factors […]
What is the Black-Scholes Model and Formula – Why it Matters in Options Trading
The Black Scholes model, or Black Scholes formula, is the world’s most well-known pricing model for options. The Black Scholes pricing model is important because anyone can use it to assess the value of an option. This article will explain the basics of the Black Scholes model and why it is important to understand. This […]
The Difference Between Buying and Selling Put Options
Put options are a contract between a buyer, known as the holder, and a seller, known as the writer. An investor can profit from both buying and selling put options, but there is risk involved. This article should provide investors with the understanding needed to manage that risk and profit from buying and selling put […]