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  1. Option trading for a newbie

    I sold the 7 RIMM puts for a loss at $0.89. First loss so far. The loss was -$778.90. I did sell ACN for $2.75 getting a nice return there. The...
    Post by: Ben74, Dec 19, 2008 in forum: Journals

  2. Option trading for a newbie

    Bought 7 RIMM Dec. 40 puts at $2.03 for ($1,435.95) Bought 10 ACN Dec. 30 calls at $1.25 for ($1,264.95) I think earnings are tonight,...
    Post by: Ben74, Dec 18, 2008 in forum: Journals

  3. Option trading for a newbie

    Sold those 6 NKE calls at $2.75 and closed out 7 FDX puts at $1.60 with more gains coming in. Gains on NKE was $240.10, and gains on FDX was...
    Post by: Ben74, Dec 18, 2008 in forum: Journals

  4. Option trading for a newbie

    Bought 6 NKE Dec. 50 calls at $2.30 for ($1394.95) Bought 7 FDX Dec. 65 puts at $1.45 for ($1029.95) Looking to add more profits onto my...
    Post by: Ben74, Dec 17, 2008 in forum: Journals

  5. Option trading for a newbie

    Sold those 6 JOYG Dec. 22.5 calls at this morning at $3.00. My gains here are $810.10. My account is now at $15,767.40 I'd say another nice and...
    Post by: Ben74, Dec 17, 2008 in forum: Journals

  6. Option trading for a newbie

    For today, bought 6 JOYG Dec. 22.5 calls at $1.60 for $974.95. Let's see if I can keep the run going. I believe JOYG is out with earnings tomorrow AM.
    Post by: Ben74, Dec 16, 2008 in forum: Journals

  7. Option trading for a newbie

    Thanks Wayne, I did sell those GS calls, closing 10 at $2.65. My gains on that trade is $620. Account is now at $14,957.30 and I am all cash.
    Post by: Ben74, Dec 16, 2008 in forum: Journals

  8. Option trading for a newbie

    yep, sold 5 FDS at $4.20 for a gain of $1095.10. Still holding my 10 GS calls, I think it can move above $2.00. My account is now at...
    Post by: Ben74, Dec 16, 2008 in forum: Journals

  9. Option trading for a newbie

    So it must be people like you that I plan on making profits on then. Good luck to you, I think FDS and GS both move higher and pay me off.
    Post by: Ben74, Dec 16, 2008 in forum: Journals

  10. Option trading for a newbie

    I have OX, and they have a great platform, with option pricing calculations, very good charts, quotes, and a decent streamer. Comm. rates are...
    Post by: Ben74, Dec 16, 2008 in forum: Journals

  11. Option trading for a newbie

    Thanks for the brokerage update, I know OptionsXpress does have a lot of useful tools. Their charts and scans are tops to me, just the pricey...
    Post by: Ben74, Dec 16, 2008 in forum: Journals

  12. Option trading for a newbie

    Added another 5 FDS Dec. 35 calls at $2.00. As for those GS calls, earnings tomorrow can push a stock from $65 to $80 on a surprise. Earnings are...
    Post by: Ben74, Dec 15, 2008 in forum: Journals

  13. Option trading for a newbie

    In addition to the GS trade, also bought 5 FDS Dec. 35 calls at $1.95 for ($989.95).
    Post by: Ben74, Dec 15, 2008 in forum: Journals

  14. Option trading for a newbie

    I'd say leverage is the biggest factor in switching to options. I think you can get a nice return on stocks at this level of volatility too though.
    Post by: Ben74, Dec 15, 2008 in forum: Journals

  15. Option trading for a newbie

    Bought 10 GS Dec. 75 calls at $2.00 for ($2,015). Looking for some upside to earnings.
    Post by: Ben74, Dec 13, 2008 in forum: Journals

  16. Option trading for a newbie

    Sold all 12 calls at $1.90 and received $2262. My net gain on this trade is $72.10. Not bad considering COST's move against my options. Account...
    Post by: Ben74, Dec 11, 2008 in forum: Journals

  17. Option trading for a newbie

    Added another 6 COST Dec. 52.5 calls at $1.40 for (854.95). My average price is now at $1.80. Let's hope COST rallies enough for me to get out.
    Post by: Ben74, Dec 11, 2008 in forum: Journals

  18. Option trading for a newbie

    Bought 6 COST Dec. 52.5 calls at $2.20 for ($1,334.95).
    Post by: Ben74, Dec 10, 2008 in forum: Journals

  19. Option trading for a newbie

    Okay, I couldn't sit around with this gain any longer. I closed out those 8 AZO Dec. 125 calls at $5.00 for $3985.05. Looks like my net profit...
    Post by: Ben74, Dec 9, 2008 in forum: Journals

  20. Option trading for a newbie

    As expected, I find ruins in a matter of months harsh. Why not give me a year before the ruin part kicks in. Given that I'm still trading, we'll...
    Post by: Ben74, Dec 8, 2008 in forum: Journals
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