Long Options Trader: More Than Just a Bet on Direction | #OptionsHandbook EP006
In options trading, buyers are often the active players. But buying an option isn’t just about guessing up or down—it’s also a way to hedge risk or amplify gains.
Here’s how the Options Handbook breaks it down:
▶ Paying for a Right, Not an Obligation 💰
When you buy an option, you pay a premium for the right—not the obligation—to buy or sell a stock at a set price. If the market doesn’t move your way, you can simply walk away.
▶ The Benefits? ✋
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Limited Loss
Buying a Call means your max loss is just the premium paid. No margin calls, no unlimited downside.
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Risk Protection
Buying a Put acts like insurance. If the market tanks, you can still sell your stock at the strike price—protecting your portfolio and peace of mind.
▶ The Risk? ⏳
Options expire—and their value fades over time. If your strike isn’t reached by expiry, the option may go to zero. Timing your exit is key!
🎁 The Options Handbook doesn’t just explain buyers and sellers—it shows you how to play smart, win big, and stay in control on both sides of the trade!
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