What is a “vertical spread”?

A vertical spread is an options trading strategy in which a trader makes a simultaneous purchase and sale of two options of the same type that have the same expiration dates but different strike prices. In a vertical spread, it may be recommended to “buy-to-open XYZ $10 puts” and “sell-to-open XYZ $15 puts.” Gains and losses are determined by the difference between the prices of these options.

What is a “spread” position?

A spread is an options trading strategy in which a trader simultaneously purchases one option and sells another. The position’s value is determined by the difference in prices between the buy and the sell.

What does it mean to “short sell” on a position? What does it mean to “buy to cover”?

To sell short means to sell a “borrowed” security with the intention to buy back at a lower cost. A “buy to cover” is the closing of a short sell position. We see gains based on the difference between the sell and buy points of the play.

What is an “option?” What is the difference between a “call” and a “put”?

An option is a contract. When we enter into this contract, we have the opportunity to buy or sell stocks at a specific price, called the “strike price.” We are not obligated to exercise the contract. This is why it is called an option. However, if we choose to exercise it, we must do so before the “expiration date.” There are two types of options – “calls” and “puts.” A “call option” gives us the opportunity to buy underlying shares at the strike price. As the underlying share value increases, our call option value will increase as well. A “put option” allows us to sell the underlying shares at the strike price. So as the underlying share value decreases, a put option’s value will increase.

What does “enter a lowball order” mean?

To maximize profitability on a position, an editor will often recommend “entering a lowball order” or “entering a limit order” at a price that is lower than the current price. This means that the recommendation is to place an order with your broker to buy at the moment the security or option drops to the desired price. So if XYZ stock is trading at $12.00 and the recommendation is to “enter a lowball order of $10.00 GTC,” you will place an order to buy under $10.00, and the order is good ’til canceled (GTC). As soon as XYZ dips below $10.00, your order will be filled at the number of shares specified.

What is meant when a company is “yielding”?

Dividend yield is the amount of dividends paid out annually by that company. If ABC company and XYZ company each pay a total $2 in annual dividends, and ABC trades for $20 and XYZ for $10, then ABC’s yield will be 10.00% and XYZ’s yield will be 20.00%.

What is the difference between a trailing stop and a calendar stop?

Stops have long been considered among the best tools in the investor’s toolbox. We use these to protect our investments from crashes. A “trailing stop” follows the high price from inception. If we buy XYZ stock for $10.00 and set a trailing stop of 25%, then the initial stop will be $7.50. Should the security drop below $7.50 without increasing above $10.00, our stop will be triggered and the position will be closed. However, if the security moves to, say, $16.00, our trailing stop will rise to $12.00 (25% below the high price), and if the security drops to $12.00, the position is closed. Sometimes an editor will recommend placing a calendar stop. Rather than following the price, a calendar stop simply determines how long we will hold the position before closing it.

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How should I allocate my portfolio funds to the recommendations made in this service?

Nexus-9 Network does not employ any specific allocations to portfolio positions. Subscribers are urged to perform their own due diligence in determining how much money to invest into each recommendation.

What types of trades can I expect from this service?

The portfolio consists mostly of small to mid-sized companies pushing the boundaries of science and technology, from biotech to nanotech to advanced computing and beyond. A veteran of Silicon Valley journalism, Michael ferrets out the best up-and-coming companies poised to break out, and recommends them to his subscribers. These stocks operate in volatile corners of the market, soaring or crashing on the back of nascent, radical technologies, and so may be riskier and faster-moving than your typical buy-and-hold stocks. When he makes a recommendation, Michael will always advise using a trailing stop to protect your principal and your profits.

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What is a “free trade?”

When one of our positions doubles, our editors often recommend a “free trade.” That’s when we sell half of our position and lift any stop protection and allow our profits to ride the market. For example, if we buy 100 shares of ABC at $10 (a $1,000 position), and three months later, ABC is trading for $20, we will sell 50 shares at $20 ($1,000) and maintain 50 shares valued at $1,000 in our position.

Who can I call for assistance with account-related questions?

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How do I know the status of a recommendation as “buy,” “sell” or “hold?”

Each online portfolio has a column for “Comments,” which the editors use to differentiate from “buy” and “hold” positions. A “sell” would be moved to the closed portfolio. Contact our customer service team with any questions.

I cannot find a recommended stock in the online portfolio. What should I do?

As soon as a recommendation is made by one of our editors, the pick will appear in the online portfolio. If it has been more than 24 hours and you can’t find it in the portfolio, contact our customer service team to find out if the recommendation is still active. If a stop-loss was recommended and triggered, then the position will automatically close and be removed from the portfolio of open positions.

My broker does not recognize the ticker symbol you have provided me. What do I do?

If you are having difficulty finding one of our ticker symbols through your broker, your first step should be to call your broker’s customer service department and list for them the name and ticker symbol of the security or option that you are attempting to trade. This should solve this issue. However, if you continue to have difficulty, then contact our customer service team for additional help.

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