6Choosing the Strike Price – Factors to Consider
20Tip 1: Monitor the Stock Price Regularly
7Understanding Expiration Dates
21Tip 2: Understand and Use the Roll Strategy
8Factors to Consider When Choosing the Expiration Date
22Tip 3: Evaluate Time Decay (Theta)
9Balancing Premiums with Holding Time
23Tip 4: Set a Profit Target and Exit Plan
10Steps to Follow
24Tip 5: Prepare for Assignment Risk
11Step 1: Select the Underlying Stock
25Conclusion
12Step 2: Access Your Trading Platform
26References
13Step 3: Locate the Options Chain
27Notes
14Step 4: Choose the Expiration Date