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Covered Call Strategy: Generate Income from Your Stocks
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Covered Call Strategy: Generate Income from Your Stocks

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Generate monthly income by selling covered calls on stocks you own. Low-risk options strategy explained.

Covered Call Strategy: The Complete Guide

Generate monthly income from stocks you already own.

What is a Covered Call?

Covered call = Own 100 shares of stock + Sell 1 call option

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Example:

  • You own 100 shares of Apple at $180
  • Sell 1 call option at $185 strike
  • Collect $200 premium
  • If Apple stays below $185, keep premium + stock
  • If Apple goes above $185, sell at $185 (still profit)

When to Use Covered Calls

Best scenarios:

  • Neutral to slightly bullish outlook
  • Stock you're willing to sell
  • Sideways market
  • Generate income on long-term holdings

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