A good premium doesn't automatically make a good trade
Why I look at the underlying company first, rather than allowing an attractive option premium to make the decision for me.
Explore my stock research approach →The details behind the decisions matter. I explore practical ideas, common trading questions and lessons that can help you understand the Options Wheel beyond the basic mechanics.
Collecting option premium is only one part of the process. Stock selection, position sizing, timing and managing trades all play a role. This is where I bring together useful observations, worked examples and ideas worth thinking about.
Why I look at the underlying company first, rather than allowing an attractive option premium to make the decision for me.
Explore my stock research approach →A higher premium can come with a higher chance of assignment. I look at strike selection as a decision about the price I'm prepared to pay for the shares.
Understand cash-secured puts →A roll can bring in additional premium, but it also extends the position. I explain why the credit received should never be viewed in isolation.
Explore rolling options →Keeping cash available can give you more flexibility when positions are assigned or market conditions change. I explain the thinking behind my allocation framework.
Read my capital allocation approach →Assignment is part of how the Wheel works. The important questions are whether you still want to own the shares and whether the position fits your overall plan.
Understand covered calls →Capital committed to one position cannot be used elsewhere. I look at why opportunity cost and flexibility deserve a place in your trade decisions.
Explore the OptionsWheeler Method →One of the biggest mistakes I think a Wheel trader can make is focusing too heavily on the income from an individual option. The premium matters, but so does the company behind the shares, the amount of capital committed and what happens if the trade moves against you.
I use the OptionsWheeler Method to bring those decisions together into a structured process. It isn't a guarantee of success; it's a way of approaching trades more deliberately.
Explore my methodIf you're building your understanding of the strategy, start with the fundamentals and work through the process step by step.
Start with the beginner's guideRisk notice: Options trading involves substantial risk and is not suitable for every investor. Cash-secured puts and covered calls can result in losses, including significant losses from owning shares that decline in value. Rolling does not eliminate losses or guarantee a profitable outcome. Premiums are not guaranteed income. The educational material on this website is general information only and is not personalised investment advice or a recommendation to buy or sell any security or options contract.