June 7, 2021

Talking options (Part 3 of 4): Basic strategies for trading options

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In the third of a 4-part series, Kim Parlee speaks with Bryan Rogers, Client Education Instructor with TD Direct Investing, about the benefits and risks of selling a covered call. TD Direct Investing is holding an Options Month in June. Register at www.td.com/OptionsEducationMonth.

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