Options Investing

Hoekstra Trading LLC manages an investment partnership that invests in stock options.

In addition to managing the fund, George Hoekstra is a contributing author to Active Trader Magazine and Futures and Options Trader Magazine. His articles focus on:

Analyzing option prices and stock volatility

Finding bargains in the options market

How to start an options investing program

George Hoekstra Published Options Articles

Bargain hunting in options - use comparison shopping to simplify option price analysis
Crossing the options finish line - a simple framework for deciding whether to hold or fold a trade
Focusing on volatility - searching the options market for the most favorable odds
Getting a handle on volatility - simple calculations can help you get a handle on volatility
Speculating with stock options - buying calls can be a sensible alternative for stock speculators
The quest for cheap options - tap into a wellspring of option profits

Who buys options? - Who’s really out there trading options?
A simpler volatility measure - the gain-loss spread, a new volatility measure for traders and investors
Applying a simpler volatility measure - a closer look at gain-loss spread
Sensible option price analysis - set the fancy math aside and find underpriced options
Trading options with a day job - start trading options as a hobby; but don't quit your day job.
Digging into volatility - look at volatility first to gain an edge in options