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Zach Scheidt

Helping families build wealth so they can focus on what really matters

Investment income

Another “Fear Index” Income Window Opens

February 14, 2022 at 12:03 pm by Zach Scheidt

Income window of opportunity

The stock market continues to be a turbulent place for investors this year. But the action has created another income window using a specific strategy

Good News From Wall Street’s Fear Index

January 24, 2022 at 7:46 am by Zach Scheidt

Wall Street fear index

Wall Street’s fear index is spiking higher. As traders panic, our income plays become even more lucrative!

Investing With Margin: Is it Right For You?

January 18, 2022 at 12:09 pm by Zach Scheidt

Investing with Margin

Like any other tool, investing with margin can be both helpful and dangerous. Here are some points to consider when leveraging your account.

December Income Plays for Holiday Fun

December 6, 2021 at 10:54 am by Zach Scheidt

Use these December income plays to profit from volatility in the market and generate extra cash from quality stocks that have pulled back.

The Good Side of Today’s Stock Market Volatility

November 26, 2021 at 11:13 am by Zach Scheidt

stock market volatility

Stock market volatility is sending option prices higher. This means you can collect more income from your favorite stocks by selling puts!

Investment Income Part V: There’s Always a Catch…

November 6, 2021 at 9:25 pm by Zach Scheidt

There's always a catch

In Part V of our income series, I explain how there’s always a catch… Here’s what you give up to be able to collect reliable income.

Investment Income Part IV: What Happens in a Bear Market?

November 2, 2021 at 10:34 pm by Zach Scheidt

bear market

Our put-selling income approach does a great job of protecting your wealth during a bear market. Here are three bear market advantages…

Investment Income Part III: How Much Income Can You Make?

November 1, 2021 at 11:12 pm by Zach Scheidt

how much income can you make

How much income can you make with this strategy? The answer depends on a lot of things so let’s set some realistic expectations.

Investment Income Part II: Finding the Best Income Plays

October 31, 2021 at 5:32 pm by Zach Scheidt

Income Play

In part II, we cover which stocks to use for income plays and how to pick a put contract that pays the right amount of income

Investment Income Part I: My Favorite Strategy

October 26, 2021 at 10:58 pm by Zach Scheidt

Investment Income

Introducing my favorite way to get investment income from the stock market. It’s a unique strategy that pays you real cash!

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The Stock Market is So Bad, It’s GREAT!

I’m kicking myself for not being better prepared. The stock market is so bad, it’s primed for a big-time rally!

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Time for Gold to Rally!

The gold rally has been held back by two important factors. But now that these two challenges are going away, gold could surge!

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Terrible Timing to Stop Share Buybacks

A bear market is a terrible time to stop share buybacks. But some companies are using this opportunity to build shareholder value!

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What I’m Watching as an Official Bear Market Looms

Stocks are just a couple percentage points away from official bear market territory. Here’s how I’m positioned heading into next week.

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I’m Bullish on Hated Homebuilder Stocks

Shares of hated homebuilder stocks are lower this year. But this area offers tremendous value that could lead to gains this summer!

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Can the Stock Market Shift to a New Season?

After seven straight weeks of losses, the stock market may be shifting to a new season. Here’s why I’m optimistic about the week ahead.

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Why Good Stocks Fall

Good stocks fall when investors need cash (and have no options left). That’s good news and points to a rebound in sight!

value stocks outperform

April was Brutal — But There Are Still Winning Stocks

Stocks fell in April — booking the worst month for the Nasdaq since the dot-com crisis. But despite the carnage value stocks outperformed

Stock Market Indicator

This Stock Market Indicator Points to a Bounce

There’s a lot of fear in today’s market. But despite the selling, one stock market indicator is signaling a bounce!

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Three Reasons to Buy Meta Ahead of Earnings

Facebook’s parent Meta Platforms is scheduled to release earnings this week. Here are three reasons I chose to buy Meta ahead of the report.

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Investors Buying “Stock Insurance” – Here’s How to Profit

The price for “stock insurance” — or put contracts that protect investors’ wealth — is rising. Here’s how to use that to your advantage!

Barbell Approach

For Stronger Investment Returns, Use THIS Barbell

Splitting your investment account into a “safe” portion and more “aggressive” positions can help to manage risk and improve returns.

This Market is FULL of Great Investment Plays

There is no shortage of opportunity in today’s market. But you have to know where to look for the best investment plays.

Quarterly Trading Update

Quarterly Trading Update — March 2022

Now that the first quarter is over, I wanted to share an update on how our trading models performed.

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Three Options for Gold Investors

As precious metal prices rise gold investors have quite a few options. Here are three ways to profit from higher gold and silver.

DISCLAIMER: Stocks and options trading have large potential rewards, but also large potential risk. You must be aware of the risks and be willing to accept them in order to invest in the stocks and options markets. Don't trade with money you can't afford to lose.

This is neither a solicitation nor an offer to Buy/Sell stocks or options. No representation is being made that any account will or is likely to achieve profits or losses similar to those discussed on this page. The past performance of any trading system or methodology is not necessarily indicative of future results.

All trades, patterns, charts, systems, etc., discussed on this page are for illustrative purposes only and not to be construed as specific advisory recommendations. Information contained on this site or in any correspondence is intended for informational purposes only and was obtained from sources believed to be reliable. Information is in no way guaranteed. No guarantee of any kind is implied or possible where projections of future conditions are attempted.

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