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Markets Struggle with Crude Oil Drop, But There is a Silver Lining
The action in the markets since Thanksgiving have been amazing, there is so much to cover after the past week so let’s get into it.The last five days saw the worst price action ...

Got a ‘Chip and a Chair’? Then You’re Still in the Game!
There is a great story of luck and persistence about Jack ‘Treetop’ Strauss. A towering figure, Strauss was an accomplished poker pro. In 1982 he was playing in ...
Did the Federal Reserve Cause The Recent Disturbance and Increased Volatility?
As the markets continued to go higher and higher lately it became increasingly uncomfortable to stay long. For many, no doubt it is safer being on the sidelines before a major storm ...
Can You Admit When You Are Wrong?
Admitting you are wrong is not admitting defeat. But many traders and investors let their ego get in the way and that leads to a calamitous road. I have seen more train wrecks by ...
Everyone Wants To Make Money Trading the Downside – So Why Don’t They?
Fear is the path to the Dark Side. Fear leads to anger, anger leads to hate, hate leads to suffering. YODA, Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace
Remember back in in the 2008/09 ...
What (or Who) Are You Listening To?
With the increase in market volatility, we find ourselves reaching for and needing more certainty. Is our approach correct? Do we need to make adjustments? Is there better information ...
‘Tis the Season to Sell Premium
To paraphrase Robert Duvall from Apocalypse Now, “I love the smell of burning premium in the morning!”. Actually, that burning premium is a seller’s delight, and ...
Watch Your Speed! Fast Markets CAN Be Profitable (or Deadly!)
Down 5.8% in about ten days, up 5% ten days later. The speed and reversal of these moves is so quick if you were long or short you might need to wear a neck brace from whiplash. ...
Opening the Option Trader’s Toolbox – Part 1
As a trader, you have more flexibility and freedom than you could imagine. The possibilities for creating a winning trade structure are endless, but if you don’t know the rules ...
Taking the Next Trade
Trading is not a game of perfect, you have heard me say that often over the years. If your goal is to win every single time in this game then you are going to be very disappointed. ...