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An Options Tutorial Should be Free:  There are many websites promoting an Options Tutorial which costs big bucks.  You should be able to find a good Options Tutorial for free.  In fact, you have already landed on a FREE Options Tutorial site.  All you have to is read what we have for you.  It should be a good start.

Stock is to Checkers As Options are to Chess:  Investing in stock is a whole lot easier than investing in options.  Investing in stocks is simple.  Just pick a horse and place your bet.  It is a simple game like playing checkers.  Investing in options is a whole lot more complicated – it is more like playing chess.  Options investing can be a life-long learning experience.  

For those of us who love the extra challenge of option investing, it is worth every minute of time you spend.  The rewards of options investing can be far greater than the possible gains of buying or selling stock, but the risks are also greater.  Options are leveraged investments.  Leverage works both ways – it can provide extraordinary gains as well as extraordinary losses.

Obviously, learning all you can about options is essential before you ever invest with real money.  So, where do you start?

Getting Started with your Free Options Tutorial:  We believe that you best bet would be to read every topic listed at Stock Options 101, beginning at the top.  Once you have an understanding of the basic definitions and concepts, your next step might be to sign up for our free weekly newsletter.

In addition to a new options idea sent to you each week you will get a free options report that puts many of the basic options concepts to work in the real world.

TERRY’S TIPS STOCK OPTIONS TRADING BLOG

August 9, 2025

August 9, 2025 Saturday Report

Dear Member,

The Composite stretched its winning streak to nine weeks, though barely. Boomer’s Revenge continued to impress, pushing its winning streak to 10 weeks. Rising Tide was a disappointment, as strength following Disney’s earnings on Wednesday failed to carry through to the rest of the week.

This week, I talk about my continued frustration with Disney and where we might turn next. Be sure to check it out.

Enjoy the report and have a great weekend.

Happy Trading.

Jon L.

July 5, 2025

July 5, 2025 Saturday Report

Dear Member,

I hope everyone is having or had a great Fourth weekend.

The Composite eked out another small gain for its fourth straight winning week. Boomer’s Revenge continued its hot hand as it closes in on the +30% level for the year. Wiley Wolf gained without making a trade (I like when that happens).

This week, I drill down on IV to expose some inconsistencies in the data. Plus, I discuss how I will treat IV moving forward. Be sure to check it out.

Enjoy the report and have (or continue to have) a great holiday weekend.

Happy Trading.

Jon L.

May 2, 2025

May 2, 2025 Terry’s Tips Trade Alert #2 – Honey Badger Portfolio

 
We are closing the final spread: 
 

BTC 1 QQQ 02May25 487 call (QQQ250502C487)
STC 1 QQQ 30May25 475 call (QQQ250530C475) for a credit of $20.40 (selling a diagonal)

Be prepared to change this (these) price limit(s) by $.05 or more in order to get an execution.

Happy trading,

Jon

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