Options Bootcamp 18: The Joys of Synthetics

Basic Training: Today's topic is Synthetics

• What is put/call parity?
• Example of put/call parity.
• What does it mean for your options trading?
• What are synthetics?
• What is a married put?
• Why knowledge of synthetics is important for successful options trading.

Mail Call: Fall in for listener questions.

• Question from EonJ: Does portfolio margin matter if I am just trading long verticals and ratio spreads?
• Question from Phil S., Santa Fe, NM: I attended an options seminar recently where they promoted the selling of credit spreads in Apple and Google. I'm still somewhat unclear on the concept however. What exactly is a credit spread and how does it differ from other spreads like straddles, call spreads, etc.? Thank you for your time. I just discovered your program and I'm looking forward to listening to your earlier episodes.
• Question from Ephram J.: I'm a CFP and I'm starting to add options to my asset mix. Does Sogotrade offer a platform and/or specialized tools for institutional/advisor customers?
• Question from Timtim409: What is meant by a "stock replacement strategy?"