Cash vs. Margin Account Basics for Options Trading

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This episode provides an educational overview concerning the differences between cash accounts and margin accounts for options trading. A cash account mandates that the customer must possess the full amount of funds for any security purchased, precluding the use of leverage. Conversely, a margin account permits the broker to loan the customer capital, using existing securities and cash as collateral for the loan, which reduces the initial capital requirement for trades but significantly increases the potential for loss through over-leverage. The source uses a practical example involving a Tesla put option to illustrate how a margin account requires significantly less capital up front compared to a cash account like an IRA, which demands the full maximum loss amount be covered initially. Ultimately, while acknowledging the benefits of margin for capital efficiency, the text strongly advises traders to be extremely cautious of the associated risks and to maintain an absolute reserve of cash to cover potential margin expansions. More info at http://advancedautotrades.com

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