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The Facts Indicate We're Not in a Depression or Bubble

I am sure the "Smart people" said the same thing in 1930 when the market was up 90%.

Another correlation is that Obama is trying his to do his best imitation of FDR.

Happy Halloween. Very scary !

50 Four-Day September Expiration Option Ideas

Don't forget those darn commissions and possible assignment !

In the case of MGM, YHOO, TXT, others, your gain ( if any ) will be close to zero while potential loss is unknown.

Expecting a Sell-Off: 35 Ways to Protect for Less

Without over thinking and piling up commissions, I am buying puts on the QLD. Consequently, I can hedge several positions with one trade. Also these double long ETF's tend to trend down even in a sideways market. Other 2X long funds could be used as well depending on your outlook.

Just my opinion, but the one issue with covered calls is that it caps the upside while only providing a limited hedge to the dowside. Consequently does not help if expecting a correction of more than 5%.

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81 Stocks Returning 35%+ in the Past Four Weeks

Now that the short covering is done, look out below !

Option Spreads With Large Upside and Limited Downside

Must be trading for free as the commissions on two trades in and out will dramatically effect the percent returns.

Also makes the risk/reward ratio much different as you will add commissions to your original investment and possible loss.