Forbes: Investor Tips :: CharlesC

Playing Both Sides With Options
The strangle is a decent options strategy if you think a stock is going to move and you have a clue on direction.
Giving Corporations A Blank Check
SPACs are hot investment vehicles, but if you don't understand them, they're just another acronym for trouble.
Trading In Pairs
Straddling the fence can pay dividends in volatile markets.
Reverse Convertibles: Capital Amphibians
They're like high-yield bonds that convert into stock. Played right, reverse convertibles can be very rewarding.
CIT Defensive About Moody's Downgrade
Finance firm says it deserves higher marks.
CIT To Moody's: Don't Downgrade Us!
Finance firm says it deserves higher marks.
CIT Can't Stand Moody's Downgrade
Finance firm says it deserves higher marks.
Don't Get Burned By The Bid-Ask Spread
Not all stocks are as liquid as others. If you're not careful, you might pay too much or get too little for your shares.
Four-Week Rule Of Thumb
One of the best-known trading systems doesn't even require a computer to run.
Trading E-Minis
Want to be a futures trader? Try trading these ''starter'' contracts.
Spotting Turnaround Stocks
These three catalysts are indications that a troubled stock may be ready to turn higher.