Selling Tactics

Nissim Levi asked:


Selling and buying stocks is a craft you should work on very careful.

In my last article on buying stock at discount, I demonstrated the power of Knowing your craft with option trading.

At this time you are in a position with long stock, and you are wishing to sell.

before we start we need to level up the knowledge with all the readers.

 

  Option - is a contract that the buyer has the right but not the obligation to exercise.Basically we will discuss the stock options.

  Call option - The buyer of this contract has the right but not the obligation to  Buy the stock from the seller (writer) of this option.

Call at the money: the exercise price is equal or close to the stock Price it the market, Lets say if the stock price is $35.6 then the at the money strike will be 35.

Time to expiration- this is the time left for this contract to exist. At this time, ether you exercise or receive money if your option is in the money it has an intrinsic value. in the money : if the stock traded at 40 and your call options strike is 35, it meens your option is 5 dollars in the money and you can exercise your option and get the stock worth $40 at the price of 35. Or you can sell the option before the experation the receive the money difference. 

Call  option price rise when the stock rise.

Basic behavior of the option pricing, when the stock goes down the price of the option is inflated (implied volatility rises). It means that in addition of the rise in intrinsic value of the option, It also inflated because of the uncertainty. however, there some times a behavior is that when the stock rise the IV rise too, it happens when the market do not agree with the stock rise and bet against it.



Trading tactics test case:(FFIV)F5 networks inc.

From what we see is tha this companies stoke rises and it IV rises also,its insinuating that the market do not agree to its movement.

and because of tese redings you have decieded to sell the stock.

one way to sell is in the market for the price its trading now (June24,2008)at : $29.27.

the other way is to sell with premium.

Call at the money strike:30 experation at end of Jul trads at: $1.35.

It meens, if you get exercised you will sell the stock at the price of 30$ and add the permiune.

if you calculate the premiume in percentage points you will see about 4.5% added to your gain already you have from the stock.

and if you will not get exercised still you will get to keep the premiume.

this strategy is called covered call.

You should not be afraid to sell options,

As long as you know your craft.

free stock picking



JACQUES

Kris Koonar asked:


Sunny Florida, the land of beaches, celebrities and Disney World! Owning a house in Florida is a dream for most people, and the very thought can instill excitement in anyone. With its beaches and bright weather, Florida has become one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. Hence, selling your house in Florida will not be a difficult prospect because of the ever-increasing demand for housing. However, strategic planning is required to sell your Florida home fast.

How to Sell Your Home

Selling a home in any part of the world is a tedious procedure, which requires time and patience. A house that is to be sold should first be repaired, renovated and evaluated properly to get the best possible deal from the buyer. Here are some tips to help you sell your Florida home faster:-

. Transform the house to make it more attractive. Simple renovation and modification can make your house eye-catching and appealing to look at. This in turn, can help increase the value of the property. The entrance should be as inviting as possible, and the interiors designed in a pleasing and stylish manner.

. Your house must be priced realistically to interest the buyer. You need to find the current rates of similar houses in the neighborhood to set the correct price. You could also arrange for a professional evaluation of your house. Negotiate amiably with prospective buyers and not be too rigid about the price.

. Making sure it is listed with a real estate agent will enable you to sell your house fast. You could get lucky and get the total price of the value of your house, which saves the time and energy searching for prospective buyers.

. Selling your home to an investment company or a real estate investor will save you the time and money spent on repairing and renovation, and will also be faster because you dont have to wait for financial matters from the buyer to come through, which usually takes time.

. It is advisable to list your home in multiple listing services. These services act as an information bank for properties put up on sale. It can help in getting your house sold faster.

How NOT to Sell Your Home

Here are some steps to avoid while selling:

. Never price your house unrealistically and exorbitantly. Most buyers look for houses they can afford. So pricing your house reasonably can increase your chances of selling it fast.

. Never try to sell a dilapidated and broken down house. Buyers always look for attractive houses. In addition, clearing the house of clutter and old waste will increase the chances of selling your house faster.

In general, selling your home in Florida is not very hard, but it is important to identify what needs to be done through tactical planning. A little legwork may be required, but the returns you will generate will be well worth its while.



TROY

Tom H asked:


As a Canadian, I think Hong Kong government is too greedy for the tactics to levy the tax revenue other than the said intent of protecting the Hong Kong environment. The real Canadian Super Store charge for 3 Can cents for a plastic bag on customers’ request. How come Hong Kong government elegible to tax on the plastic bags? Is this their greed intent for raising 2 billion HK dollars to pay their overpaid civil servants? I definitely think so. Real Canadian Super Store is a very competitive in their selling products. They are entitled to charge three cents for a plastic bag. But Hong Kong government is just god damned greedy! No one wanted to pay it. I personal think that Hong Kong civil servants are overpaid and under worked. Why the hack they deserved a pay raise? Is it because Donald Tsang raised his alreay overpaid salary by 60k plus 30k allowance?

EZRA

Jonathan Heusman asked:


Once a home reaches pre-foreclosure or foreclosure status it is in the best interest of the lender, and the homeowner to ensure that the property sells quickly, and the balance accrued on the property is promptly taken care of with the profit gained in the sale of the home to the highest bidder. The lending company is given what it is owed, and the remainder to the homeowner. Often, the homeowner gets very little – and thus, reason why a homeowner should not let the home to go into foreclosure.

The key to a successful pre-foreclosure or foreclosure sale is to sell quickly. This will increase the profits made while decreasing the interest and other charges that are being accrued by the lender. Here are some techniques to promote the quick sale of the home:

Home Staging has been referred to as the secret weapon real estate. Research has shown that staged homes are on the market for an average of thirteen days, compared to the average of thirty-one days for homes that have not been staged. During the process of staging the home there are five aspects that should be considered. A diagnostic report should be completed of the home entailing what needs to be changed, renovated, etc. to make the home more attractive to potential buyers. Second, the home should be removed of all clutter, and personal effects. Third, colors in the home should be muted, and neutral. When a buyer walks into the home they should be able to see their life within the walls, not the present residents. Fourth, the home should be clean – and move in ready with new paint, trim and details. Lastly, the home should have curb appeal. A new door, or fresh coat of paint on the door, a manicured lawn and some plants can go a long way in bringing potential buyers into the home.

Staged homes have been shown to sell more than six-percent over the listing price, compared to homes that have not been staged. Staging can cost as little as two-hundred dollars and the profits yielded are well worth the investment.

Pricing is crucial. Once a home reaches foreclosure the lending company is more than likely taking a loss on the property. Asking too high above the balance that is owed on the home, which will go to the homeowner – may deter buyers because it is public record once a home reaches foreclosure. Pricing too little could arouse suspicion in some buyers.

Who is the balance of the mortgage owed to? It is important to consolidate the mortgages with one lender, rather than have two lenders that are owed money because this makes the process more complex.

Prepare the buyers to exit the property and ensure that all paperwork is in order. This way, the new owners are able to move in. A key selling point within the sale is going to be the low price. Entice buyers further with fast closing times, and quick possession dates.

Using these tips should ensure a quick sale – which will not only benefit the seller, but the lender as well.



REFUGIO

Dr. Winton Felt asked:


Should you use the strategy of the long-term buy-and-hold investor or the short-term sell tactics of the trader in order to lock in small gains? Twenty years ago, it was relatively easy to categorize oneself as a trader or long-term investor. In recent years, the issues have been made more complex by the amplitude of market swings. Let us look at a few alternatives and possibly a strategy.

Imagine a straight line that rises 20% in a year. Assume that a stock is moving along this rising "trendline." Suppose the stock touches this line at the bottom left at point A, rises to a high at B about 12% above the line, declines back to the line and touches it at C, then repeats this pattern several times reaching peaks at D, F, and H and touching the rising line at E, G, and I (all during the same year). Of course this is an oversimplification. Peaks are not always 12% above a rising trendline, but that is not important to the point of this illustration. When the stock declines from point "B" to the trendline at point "C," there is no assurance that the stock will rise to point "D." Instead, support could break down at point "C." In a market like the one we are experiencing, such a breakdown could plunge the stock well below our purchase price within a single day.

If we bought with the intent of keeping the stock until it starts to break down, and the stock does not break down until it returns to the line of support at "I," the sale price would be the price at "I" minus the decline permitted by your stop loss. A common practice for investors who hold 15 or more stocks in their portfolio is to set their stop-loss at 15%, though this is far more than most traders would tolerate. Even so, the lesson is pertinent to both groups. Therefore, when the stock drops 15% below point "I," it is sold.

Now, what has happened? We bought at 31.625 and we sold at 36.70 for a gain of about 15.75% after commissions. That is not bad for little more than two months (we bought on 3/8/00 and sold on 5/23/00). Where did I get these prices and dates? This scenario is taken from Pfizer’s chart pattern on our site at http://www.stockdisciplines.com/tactics-1 (Tutorial 1), and the reader should review it to get a more realistic idea about the probabilities involved. Nevertheless, the stock could have continued falling earlier at point "C," resulting in a loss. Next, assume that we decide to sell whenever the stock rises 10% above our purchase price (perhaps our rationale is that any time we can gain 10% within a three-month period, we are at that point annualizing over 40% and we should lock it in while we have the chance). In this case, we would buy at "A" for 31.625 and sell at 34.78. After we sell, the stock would climb to 35.25 before declining. We do not know how far the stock will drop, but we have taken a 10% profit off the table. It took only two days to get this 10% (we will net about 9.75% after paying brokerage commissions for buying and selling). We could buy again at "C" for 34.25 and sell at 37.675 for another net gain of 9.75% (the stock continues rising to $40). We might also buy a third time at "E" for 36.875 and sell at 40.56 for yet another 9.75% net gain (afterward, the stock rises to $44.25). Assume that because the stock did not touch the line at point "G," we invested in a different stock to get our fourth gain. By now, we have a net gain of about 43.9%. In the process, we have reduced our risk. Why? Because whenever money is still on the table it is exposed to potential loss. In this approach, we have taken money off the table part of the time, and we have locked in profits before the market has taken them away. Now, assume we buy again at point "I" and the stock drops 15% instead of rising, triggering our stop-loss just as it did under the other scenario. If we lose 15% on this trade, we will still have a net gain of 22% over the two-month period. Thus, we have greatly increased our net gain while reducing our exposure to risk.

The amount of gain set for our selling target would depend on the prior behavior patterns of the stock and on the stock’s behavior during the time of our investment. The concept here is not that we would necessarily sell every position after a predetermined gain, but that in many cases we might sell preemptively. Here is how I might rationalize a quick sale. I consider a return of 20% over a one-year time frame to be a fairly decent return for investors who ride out the ups and downs. For short-term traders, our target would probably be at least two or three times that amount. Imagine a stock rising smoothly in a straight line from $100 to $120 in a year. For the purposes of this discussion, consider this to be the model for our "ideal" stock. Now we overlay a plot of the growth of our real stock on this same chart. At some time our real stock may rise above the smooth line of ascent of our ideal stock. Whenever our real stock is above our 20% target line, our real stock is giving us a higher annualized rate of return than our "ideal" stock (that’s 10% in less than 6 months, or 5% in less than 3 months). It’s at times like this that I would consider locking in the higher growth rate and moving on to another situation. My reason is that locking in 10% in perhaps a quarter is far more appealing than risking that gain by holding for another three-quarters of a year for the possibility of getting an additional 10%. However, I would not necessarily sell immediately. I might be inclined to place a stop-loss just under the stock. If it continues to rise, I would follow it up with a close stop. Eventually, the stock will "twitch" the wrong way and I will be out of the position with a very nice return relative to the time invested. Of course, we could set our targeted growth rate at something other than 20%. Wherever we set it, the procedure would be the same.

Why sell just because the rate of gain has surpassed some targeted rate? Because periods of price acceleration are usually followed by an unwinding of the acceleration’s gain. On the other hand, when a stock returns to its rising trendline, it is much more likely to surge in price. When the stock begins to bounce off this trendline, a trader may infer that the stock "wants" to rise. That is what a "setup" is. It is a pattern of behavior that often precedes a surge in price. It is all about weighing the probability of a gain from the current price against the probability of a decline. When we have this kind of configuration, the probabilities are aligned in our favor. Once the stock has moved and achieved a nice gain relative to the holding period, the probabilities are no longer aligned in our favor. Instead, they favor a decline.

The key here is the shifting of probabilities and the timing of you purchases and sales in response to those shifting probabilities. Try to develop an alert system that will notify you when it is tie to buy or sell. Videos illustrating alerts and other free alert information that could help in the timing of purchases and sales are available at http://www.stockdisciplines.com/stock-alerts and additional information pertaining to the timing of trades is provided in some of the free tutorials.

Copyright 2008, by Stock Disciplines, LLC.



BOBBIE

Boris Tomson asked:


Four Tier Annihilation Method Review - Lazy Money Secrets or eBay Power Selling?

The 4 Tier Annihilation Method is another “Anti-Guru, Day Job Killer” style product that’s sold based on “Hidden Secrets” … “Crushingly Effective Methods Of Plowing Giant Profits From The Internet” … “Underground Tactics” and “Competition Destroying Tricks.”

But It’s Really a Book About Making Money on eBay …

The author doesn’t even mention that in the sales letter because no one would buy it if he did!

That said, a lot of people do make a great living on eBay. So let’s take a look at what you get in this package.http://Selling-stuff-on-ebay-for-profit.blogspot.com

First, there’s a 145 page PDF Manual that contains 4 modules for making money on eBay.

Module 1: Research, Sourcing And Selling Physical Products

This section shows you how to sell Physical Products like cameras and phones. You learn how find out what’s selling on eBay, where to find the products, and how to sell and deliver the same products yourself.

Basically … copy what’s already working (No Big Secret). But you will learn all about drop shipping so you don’t have to actually store the physical products.

The “Legal Hijack System” is where you find a bulk supplier of a hot-selling item and then get them to “drop ship” the product to your customers. You keep the profit between the wholesale and selling price at eBay. Although this method could be very effective, it would require a large existing customer base.

Module 2: Info & Digital Product Takeover

This section is all about selling digital products on eBay. Unfortunately, eBay doesn”t allow you to sell digital products anymore. You can only use classified ads to sell digital products. However, you can sell digital products on CD, which can be automated at Kunaki.com.

The author also talks about “Site Flipping” (Buying and Selling Websites), which could be very profitable if you’re selling to the right niche market.

Module 3: Tier X Selling

Tier X involves being the middle man for selling high ticket items like Rolex watches, cars, and real estate for large commissions. You negotiate a commission from an off-line seller and hook them up with buyers on eBay. Apparently, you can make millions from this method - like a real estate broker.

Module 4: Internet Marketing

This section covers “Top Secret” stuff like:

- Posting classified ads on eBay.

- Finding products to promote at ClickBank.

- Using CPA networks like Google Ads.

- Selling your info product on eBay (outdated material).

- Building a list by promoting a squeeze page on eBay classified ads (I’ll have to try that … ).

- And of course, managing your list with Aweber.

Overall, this course is pretty in-depth and has a lot of screen shots to illustrate the examples. Although, I can’t really say if these methods are effective or not because I don’t sell anything on eBay.

It also comes with 10 Screen Capture Videos that you can download and watch on your computer. They were created by the author and show you how to implement the methods in the manual.

My Advice:http://Selling-stuff-on-ebay-for-profit.blogspot.com

If you’re already Building a Business Online, Stick to the Plan. If you don’t have a plan and want to get into eBay Arbitrage, Product Flipping, and Brokering Real Estate, then this might be your ticket to the big time.

For More Information About Four Tier Annihilation, Click Here



GERALD

My Name I asked:


Today i got busted selling nug to 2 kids. The amount i had total was 4 grams, and they found it all. Im currently suspended for 5 days OSS, and on the next wensday i have a hearing with the superintentent. I was wondering if there are any things i should expect (minimum punishment, etc) and if there are certain things i should or shouldnt say. I know the basic charm tactics, politeness, respectfullness, and so on. Thanks for any help

Oh yeah, Im 14 so law does NOT get involved
Maybe i worded that last sentence wrong.

The law is involved to a extent, but they won’t cuff me, etc.

Its the schools job to punish me, not the laws. Thats what i meant, sorry for the misunderstanding.

BENITO

Ronald W. Firquain asked:


Selling e-Books on eBay is wildly profitable. The most effective way to find the best selling on eBay is by doing a completed listings search. There are 5 main reasons as to why selling Digital Books on eBay is becoming such a booming industry and why you should get in on the act before it really explodes. If you know what you are doing, selling on eBay is definitely worthwhile.

The Correct Answer to the Question What to Sell on eBay is Electronic Books. Selling on eBay is by far the best way to start a selling on eBay hobby that is fun and profitable. Profiting by selling pdf Digital Books on eBay is a simple method of creating an constant income stream. Widely considered the digital flea market of the Internet, eBay is a goldmine for selling Electronic Books on eBay is wildly profitable. Everything you possibly need to know about making a living selling Electronic Books on eBay is contained with this 53 page Electronic Books, not one tactic is left unexplained or untouched on.

Selling Digital Books on eBay is a great idea, because someone there wants to pay money to know what you already know. Make Your Digital Book Auctions Stand Out Selling Digital Books on eBay is an inviting idea. Selling 200 Digital Books on eBay is a heck of a LOT easier than selling 1000. Ten Reasons Why Selling Digital Books on eBay is a Great Idea by Ten Reasons Why Selling Electronic Books on eBay is a Great Idea Most people do not realize the many benefits of selling digital products on eBay, so I thought I would provide you with 10 reasons why selling Electronic Books on eBay.

I think the best method of selling Electronic Books on eBay is to build a large, constantly expanding, automated e-book business on eBay which requires regular promotion. Description: LIST OF FREE e-BOOK SITES Buying Electronic Books on eBay is huge right now, I personally have brought hundreds, maybe thousands many for 99 page some less some more. The startup cost for selling Digital Books on eBay is much less than physical products. Passive Viral Marketing Profits Selling Electronic Books On eBay is delivered in PDF format and is viewable on any computer.

Selling e-Books On eBay is delivered in pdf format and is viewable on any operating system.

e-Books are completely free to create and free to distribute. Digital Book are slowly becoming the new medium for delivering book content. Electronic Books can also be printed for off-line reading as well. e-Books will not take up precious space in you home as they are digital products and can be stored on your computer or web server. e-Books are a digital product, which means the same item can be sold over and over again and each time it sells you make more money.

Electronic Books as a low investment product. Electronic books that you can open, read, and print by using your computer. Are quick, cheap and easy to create. Electronic books are one of the post perfect viral marketing tools available on the Internet. e-Books are essentially books which are available in software formats and distributed either through email or Internet downloads. Digital Books are books in electronic format that can be easily purchased and downloaded to your PC, Mac, laptop or hand held device.

Electronic Books are a great item to sell, as there are no printing or shipping costs. Digital Book get delivered to customers through email, in the form of a digital download. Digital Books are not only easy and fast to create, but fast to market as well. Digital Books Get The Right Information At The Beginning You can make it in the world on the internet and make a good profit along way as well. e-Book about cooking, Digital Book about cleaning, child rearing, golf, cars and anything else you can think of. Electronic books that solve problems sell best because people generally are lazy and want their problems solved for them.



EARL

Jo Mark asked:


You’ve spent a great deal of time and effort building your list, now how to make money with it? You can send mails to the entire list but will it generate money? Try the 10 tactics in this article and watch your email profits skyrocket.

 

1.                  The primary rule is to identify your objective for each and every email that you send out. You need to ensure that your objective is clearly defined for each of your messages. You can send your email for any reason, such as: to obtain referrals, promote your site, market a product, or just to create goodwill, but whatever you do, make sure that it is relevant to your objective.

 

2.                  It is a well known that people like getting free stuff. Your early email campaigns should include lots of freebies. You need to give something in order to get something. It may cost you a few dollars in the beginning, but in the long run, you will find that it is one of the profitable investments you can make.

 

3.                  Focus is vital in any e-mail campaign. Every sentence should be crisp, clear, and to the point. Only include information that advances your objective. Avoid lengthy, confusing sentences. Shorter is better. Your campaign and email profits depend on what you write. Ensure you stay on track.

 

4.                  Ensure the message is presented simply with a clear call to action. Be direct in every way possible so that it removes confusion and promotes your objective.

 

5.                  Ensure that your email doesn’t contain any grammar or spelling errors. Always provide a well written email that makes a favorable impression on the reader. There are many spelling and grammar checking programs available, make ample use of them.

 

6.                  Do not try to over-sell your products. The key to skyrocketing your email profits is to design your email so the recipient believes that he arrives at a decision on his own. Never force anything on your prospect, if they feel that you are interested only in selling, they won’t even open your future emails. It is a delicate path, travel it carefully.

 

7.                  Whatever you do, never, ever spam. It is illegal and will likely turn your list of subscribers into un-subscribers.

 

8.                  Software is available to help you skyrocket your email profits, use it!  As spam filters become more sophisticated, they block many of your messages and flag them as spam. Good software can ensure that your messages reach your intended recipients. Make use of software that can help you reach your goals.

 

9.                  The words need to be simple. Never try to impress your readers with your large vocabulary. Avoid technical jargon. If your product is technical, describe it in common simple terms and watch your sales increase.

 

10.             Never use hard sell tactics. It does not work. Tell your readers how the product can benefit them and how the product is used. And don’t sell the product, recommend it! Endorse it in simple language and let your customers decide. If you try to force a product on people, your sales will be pitifully small.

 

Follow these 10 Tactics and watch your email profits skyrocket. Check out my great email software!

 

Get Your Emails Through the Spam Filters!

Generate Massive Email Profits!

You’ve spent a great deal of time and effort building your list, now how to make money with it? You can send mails to the entire list but will it generate money? Try the 10 tactics in this article and watch your email profits skyrocket.

 

1.                  The primary rule is to identify your objective for each and every email that you send out. You need to ensure that your objective is clearly defined for each of your messages. You can send your email for any reason, such as: to obtain referrals, promote your site, market a product, or just to create goodwill, but whatever you do, make sure that it is relevant to your objective.

 

2.                  It is a well known that people like getting free stuff. Your early email campaigns should include lots of freebies. You need to give something in order to get something. It may cost you a few dollars in the beginning, but in the long run, you will find that it is one of the profitable investments you can make.

 

3.                  Focus is vital in any e-mail campaign. Every sentence should be crisp, clear, and to the point. Only include information that advances your objective. Avoid lengthy, confusing sentences. Shorter is better. Your campaign and email profits depend on what you write. Ensure you stay on track.

 

4.                  Ensure the message is presented simply with a clear call to action. Be direct in every way possible so that it removes confusion and promotes your objective.

 

5.                  Ensure that your email doesn’t contain any grammar or spelling errors. Always provide a well written email that makes a favorable impression on the reader. There are many spelling and grammar checking programs available, make ample use of them.

 

6.                  Do not try to over-sell your products. The key to skyrocketing your email profits is to design your email so the recipient believes that he arrives at a decision on his own. Never force anything on your prospect, if they feel that you are interested only in selling, they won’t even open your future emails. It is a delicate path, travel it carefully.

 

7.                  Whatever you do, never, ever spam. It is illegal and will likely turn your list of subscribers into un-subscribers.

 

8.                  Software is available to help you skyrocket your email profits, use it!  As spam filters become more sophisticated, they block many of your messages and flag them as spam. Good software can ensure that your messages reach your intended recipients. Make use of software that can help you reach your goals.

 

9.                  The words need to be simple. Never try to impress your readers with your large vocabulary. Avoid technical jargon. If your product is technical, describe it in common simple terms and watch your sales increase.

 

10.             Never use hard sell tactics. It does not work. Tell your readers how the product can benefit them and how the product is used. And don’t sell the product, recommend it! Endorse it in simple language and let your customers decide. If you try to force a product on people, your sales will be pitifully small.

 

Follow these 10 Tactics and watch your email profits skyrocket. Check out my great email software!

 

 

 

 



SONNY