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by Dr. George Acs (Author), Nancy E. Brooks (Editor), Dr. Robert D. Testen (Illustrator)

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Option to Profit shares the author's approach of getting an investment stock portfolio to work above and beyond its expected historical performance. After many years of working with a wonderful stockbroker, the Option to Profit book chronicles the author's mindset evolution following his broker's untimely death. Starting with a re-evaluation of the need for a full service brokerage, the author struck out on his own by putting into action the observations that he had made over the years of passively watching his portfolio of stocks. The essence of the strategies that is distilled into the book is that taking advantage of the hidden value in stocks can help the individual investor to start a path leading toward a much stronger financial future. Since every 1% annual beat of the index averages will deliver the investor to a secure retirement so much more quickly, the ability to optimize portfolio performance is critical. Option to Profit lays out a tested and conservative strategy to maximize the income stream from a portfolio of stocks. Whether it is an existing portfolio or one newly assembled to take advantage of the strategies outlined, an intuitive approach to management can be fun and profitable for the individual investor. Option to Profit offers a framework allowing those using full service brokerage houses to free themselves of the trading limitations and to do so in a highly cost effective manner. The book is written in a manner that both seasoned investors and those new to the stock market can easily understand the concepts and implement the strategies. Additionally, a large sampling of stocks with solid fundamentals and predictably cyclic trading patterns is provided to help both the experienced and novice investor build their stable of stocks choices. Although a serious topic handled in a serious and analytical manner, Option to Profit utilizes a humorous and philosophical approach drawing upon universal traits in human nature to magnify the points that it makes. A broad range of topics, from Teenage Ninja Mutant Turtles to Bollinger Bands are weaved together to form a unified philosophy with widespread application. With stock coverage from Altria to Zoltek and social commentary from Glenn Beck to Womanizing, there is something for everyone, and somehow, it all comes together. The book is complemented with access to online resources, analytical spreadsheets and an investment blog and user forum. Serious material, easy reading and many case studies are used to illustrate strategies and their application.

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George Acs has always been interested in getting rich and retiring by the age of 30. That's not exactly the way that its worked out, however. The key to achieving the goals of his youth have only recently become available to the individual investor. The internet and discount brokerage houses have changed the landscape, but the advantages available to the individual investor are still under-utilized and not fully understood by the average investor. SInce the death of his trusted stock broker, George has been very actively managing stock accounts using the same techniques that hedge funds use to protect their positions. Although comfortable with technical analyses, integral calculus and the tools necessary to dissect charts, George minimizes reliance on these tools, using them only as a fleeting confirmation of over-riding strategies. Instead, he has devised a series of steps that constitute a highly defined strategy that most anyone can follow. No longer 30 years old, George is at least retired from his career in Pediatric Dentistry, approximately 10 years ahead of schedule, after spending the previous 10 years working just 2 days each week. He wants you to join him in making your stock portfolio improve the quality of your life. Whatever stage you are in, you can make your stocks improve that quality. George also maintains a blog that is dedicated to the memory of his father, who was a Holocaust survivor with a unique sense of humor. He also maintains a very active Twitter account as @TheAcsMan and can be followed at his Facebook page http://www.Facebook/TheAcsMan TheAcsMan blog is at www.TheAcsMan.com and covers financial and social topics in a humorous fashion. Go there to find out the meaning of "Szelhamos" and to see a pictoral story about the original Szelhamos, as well as seeing real time transactions and performance. Additionally, the Option to Profit community can meet at www.MilkingStocks.com to exchange ideas, blogs and participate in forum discussions.

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Paperback: 320 pages
Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform (May 5, 2011)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1460923812
ISBN-13: 978-1460923818
Product Dimensions: 6 x 0.7 x 9 inches
Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review: 3.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,986,768 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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ByMark Johnsonon September 10, 2013

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The covered call strategy outlined looks interesting. If a 2-4% monthly return can be regularly achieved, the price of the book will be a great investment. Once the author gets beyond his history the book is worth reading if using covered calls is a new technique to the reader. And, the way the author uses covered calls, is clearly explained. Can anyone get the same results using the techniques described is unclear - it seems that some level of regular monitoring is necessary. However, I was intrigued enough that I will take a close look at using the strategy in a small IRA account.

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worth the read but needs an editor

ByPaul Krupaon November 30, 2014

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Great stuff with respect to milking your account for more income. I especially admire the author's efforts promoting investors taking responsibility for their success. The layout and grammar need some cleaning up but not impossible to decipher. The author effectively communicated his method and fully disclosed the potential hazards. I recommend this book. I am excited about trying this method.

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Entertaining stories; Actionable Option Strategies

ByMyPoorBrownson May 22, 2016

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Well written with humorous side stories and serious ways to make money selling options. Book is a bit dated but the concepts (but not necessarily the stocks used to illustrate) are applicable today. Author also writes weekly articles on[...]

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Good Read... Do some options basic courses online first

ByCARL J DEMATTEOon March 17, 2013

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This book is an easy read (lots of editing errors that tend to effect credibility).

I found it to be honest and is no get rich quick scheme. It gives a decent insight to covered call trading. I am a relative novice to stock/option trading and liked a lot of the information contained in this book. The editing mistakes and childlike cartoons could be corrected, but the content and writing style made for an easy read.

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I really like that capability

ByBobon May 4, 2015

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I bought this e-book and the download was flawless, I really like that capability. The book was interesting but I bought it to gain knowledge not to be entertained. Might be worth the e-book price but I would not buy it again.

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Quirky sense of humor. Needs a good proof reader though.

ByRICHARD DASHERon June 13, 2015

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Interesting read but the spreadsheets mentioned are not available for free anymore. Cashing in on Covered Calls by Alan Ellman is better written IMO and a good looking option calculator for it is available online.

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educational

Bybizconsulon September 14, 2013

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While the strategies put forth may not work all the time I found it a meaningful and worthwhile read. Have begun to follow much of the advice and have achieved a modicum of success. Candidly I wish I had being following the theories for several years

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Entertaining and Informative

BySharlot Bakeron April 13, 2013

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My husband asked me to read it so I would understand what he is doing. I dreaded it, I'm more of a fiction person, but once I started it was an easy read, informative and entertaining. I would definitely suggest for anyone wanting to learn more about options and how they work.

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Worth Your Time If You Are Interested In Selling Covered Calls

An interesting book but it does contain a lot of fluff.

Published 1 year ago by Bob In Alabama

I don't know how to rate it. Strange writing style

Not sure whether it's good or not. The guy rambles a lot and it's tough to stay interested or to understand his point. Also needs a proof reader.Read more

Published on January 31, 2015 by bigwavedave

Four Stars

very forthright and intuitive discussion on how to profitably hedge your portfolio... informative and actionable information...

well done!

Published on January 29, 2015 by Fred Green

Curious

Decent material. Stories drag on a bit long. Claim that naked put selling is riskier than covered call selling was astonishingly wrong.Read more

Published on November 28, 2013 by J. Leach

Better Books are available

This really is not the best book about how to invest in options. It is more a gathering of stories of the author's search to find an easier way to make an assured profit on Wall...Read more

Published on August 25, 2013 by Starlifter777

way too risky

strategy which works only in bull market, in bear market you can loose up to 50% of your capital, because to get 1% per week or 2-4% per month from call premium, in bull market...Read more

Published on April 11, 2013 by Timour Chayipov

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