Recent Content by jyd

  1. Trading part-time on 1 day a week?

    I trade credit spreads on SPX every Monday. Montor position throughout day. Good for 2-3% per week. It is part time but never turned 'off'.
    Post by: jyd, Dec 17, 2016 in forum: Trading

  2. How Profitable Is Writing Options

    Problem with CC strategy is, over time, your winners get called and you keep your losers. I find this strategy effective only when: 1. You want...
    Post by: jyd, Nov 27, 2016 in forum: Options

  3. How Profitable Is Writing Options

    I think it really depends on your definition of 'profitable'. I write WAY out of the money credit spreads on the SPX and make 1.5 - 2.5% per week....
    Post by: jyd, Nov 27, 2016 in forum: Options

  4. Stupid wash sale question

    Thanks. I kinda thought that but was 'warned' by a friend who isn't as well versed as he thinks. I will consult the reference and I appreciate the...
    Post by: jyd, Nov 15, 2016 in forum: Taxes and Accounting

  5. Stupid wash sale question

    I have a similar question but with option credit spreads. Here's an example of a trade I just made: Buy SPX 2050 Put Nov Wk 4 ($3.00) Sell SPX...
    Post by: jyd, Nov 15, 2016 in forum: Taxes and Accounting