Recent content by Little Nickey

Well I called IB and they think a firewall is my problem. Thanks anyway guys. I might be able to get access through approval by corporate. Our internet is regulated by our company. LN

I can't find "Internet Options" in my Control Panel. Also, I may have a firewall because this computer is at work. If so, is there any way to get around it? Legally of course! LN

I was trying to open an account w/ IB. I tried to log onto the trade demo and it said, "This is a demo version. Please click the Login button below to proceed." But there is no "Login" button. So I read further... "If the Login screen does not appear, click on the puzzle-piece icon below to...

I am just starting out. I was just thinking about opeaning an account with Datek Online so I thought I would post a thread. I only have $600.00 to start out and I want to do realitively short term option plays that have made me money on paper. My job gives me access to a computer, Datek seems...

That does sound dangerous!

OK, I understand what you mean now. Thanks again. LN

I seems like I am always hearing about how risky selling puts is. This doesn't seem risky at all (if you pay close attention, especially at the time of expiration). Am I missing something? Thanks, LN

If I sell a naked put... say WXYZ is @ 55.00 and I sell the 60 put and recieve 7.50. If at the time of expiration the stock is @ 56.50 (or somewhere in the money)I will get the stock put to me right? So, when the stock is put to me can I immedately sell it or is there some holding rule that I...

Thanks for the advice guys. I will keep focused.

mgregor Respectively, I realize that, but I am mentally trying to establish a long term goal. Plus, its really intresting! I love talking and reading about this kind of stuff.

zboy Thanks for the help! LN

rtharp Can this protect you from a law suit? Just curious, LN