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Futures Trading

Tax Advantages of Futures Trading

As we are all aware, tax season is now upon us and I am sure everybody could use some relief from the tax man, so what better time to learn about the...

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Options

Do You Understand Option Expiration, Exercising, and Assignment? Now You Will.

It is essential to understand option expiration, exercising, and assignment as a commodity option trader. Know these principles, whether purchasing...

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Tips & Strategies

Fibonacci Tips For E-mini Futures Trading | Part Two

As traders, we are quick to put on mental shackles. Bind ourselves to a way of thinking that lives somewhere between no-sense and nonsense. No trader...

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Tips & Strategies

Fibonacci Tips For E-mini Futures Trading | Part One

We addressed the topic of Fibs and Fibonacci in a previous article, “ Fibonacci Made Simple .” If you are not familiar with the man or the...

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Tips & Strategies

Does Back Testing Work?

Many times, there are traders that want to back test their strategy and trading ideas before going live. They spend days and weeks pouring over data...

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Tips & Strategies

The Slow Stochastic Indicator

The Slow Stochastic is an oscillator type indicator that is used to help identify changes in momentum while identifying support and resistance...

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Tips & Strategies

Futures Options Spreads: Why Should You Use Debit or Credit Spreads?

One of the main questions I receive as a broker after presenting a futures option spread to a client is, “Why?” Traders want to know why they should...

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Tips & Strategies

Spread Your Wings with a Butterfly Call Spread

A butterfly option spread is a multiple option position that involves the simultaneous purchase of calls or puts with the sale of calls or puts. The...

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