: Options lose value every day they get closer to expiration. You aren't just betting on direction ; you are betting on time . 3. Step-by-Step: How to Place the Trade
Before you hit "buy," you must understand the four pillars of every contract: how to buy options contracts
: A Call gives you the right to buy at a specific price (bullish); a Put gives you the right to sell (bearish). : Options lose value every day they get closer to expiration
: The fixed price at which you can buy or sell the stock, regardless of its current market value. Step-by-Step: How to Place the Trade Before you
: Unlike stocks, options have a "best by" date. If your prediction doesn't come true by this day, the contract expires worthless. 2. Understand the Cost (The Premium) When you buy an option, you pay a premium .
: The stock or ETF the contract is betting on (e.g., TSLA or SPY).
: Most stock options represent 100 shares . If a premium is quoted at $2.00, the actual cost is $200 ($2.00 x 100).
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