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Selling covered calls is an income-generating strategy that you can use to increase your returns on stock holdings. It’s also a strategy to use to buffer your losses if you believe the market will ...

Call options grant the right to buy stocks at a set price until expiration; puts allow selling. Options expire worthless if stock doesn't reach breakeven, risking the premium paid. Selling options can ...

James Chen, CMT is an expert trader, investment adviser, and global market strategist. Samantha (Sam) Silberstein, CFP®, CSLP®, EA, is an experienced financial consultant. She has a demonstrated ...