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How to Write option on Etrade

Step 1. Click trading and type you SYMBOL. Then click on the symbol.

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Step 2. Choose an expiration date. Usually 30 days out and on the 3rd friday of every month is most popular and best value.

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Step 3. choose a striek price (this is the price you promise to buy the stock at. Then make sure you click on the bid to sell not the ask. You want to "SELL to open" don't buy the option!

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