You buy or trade stocks, bonds and mutual funds. Perhaps you invest in a 401(k) plan. Did you know you may be using a form of options as part of your everyday life? Do you pay a premium every quarter for house, auto, and medical insurance? You have purchased insurance as a safeguard against a fire in your home, a crash in your car, or large medical bills. Some investors use options on stocks or …showed first 75 words of 2225 total…

…showed last 75 words of 2225 total…plan for achieving these objectives. The successful use of options requires a willingness to learn what they are, how they work, and what risks are associated with particular options strategies. Armed with an understanding of the fundamentals, and with additional information and assistance that is readily available from many brokerage and online firms and other sources, individuals seeking new investment opportunities in today's markets will find options trading challenging, often fast moving, and potentially rewarding.