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Welcome to the “Introduction to Options” Blog!

 

This blog seeks to inform amateur investors who want to learn more about options. Readers are not expected to have  any prior knowledge of options. Although options are a complex investment vehicle, the basics of options are easy to understand and this blog will provide a thorough framework to build off. This blog serves as an introduction to anyone who is looking to use options to diversify their portfolio.

 

In order to gain a comprehensive understanding of options, we recommend reading this blog in the following order:

  1. What Are Options?
  2. Calls And Puts
  3. How To Read An Options Chart
  4. Options Trading Strategies
  5. Advantages Of Options

 

Please find helpful resources in each blog post if you are interested in learning more!

 

 

About the author:

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Sam Hooker

Sam is in his 4th year at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, TN. He is pursuing a bachelor of arts degree in Human and Organizational Development and minors in Economics and Financial Economics. During his free time, Sam likes to enjoy the outdoors whether he is hiking, biking, playing golf, or taking his dog Lucy for a walk.

Contact:  Samuel.M.Hooker@Vanderbilt.edu