Options spreads offer traders a strategic way to balance risk and reward, using the power of multiple positions to create flexible, defined-risk trades. This course dives into the core of simple spreads, breaking down their components and tactics to help you confidently apply them to your trading strategy.

You’ll begin with an introduction to using spreads, and how they help traders reduce exposure and increase their potential for profitability. From there, the course explores both vertical spreads for credit and debit, focusing on key variations like Bull Put, Bear Call, Bull Call, and Bear Put spreads.

As you advance, you’ll gain a thorough understanding of the margin implications, options approval levels, and the necessary tactics for applying these spreads in both bullish and bearish market conditions. Additionally, you'll learn to place, execute, and optimize spread orders efficiently through real-world examples and scenarios.

Managing trades is a critical skill, and this course emphasizes proper management techniques for both credit and debit vertical spreads, ensuring you're prepared to adapt to market changes. Whether it’s adjusting spread tactics or managing positions post-execution, you’ll acquire the essential tools for success.

Through practical, actionable knowledge and a step-by-step approach, this course equips traders of all experience levels with the insights they need to execute and manage simple options spreads efficiently.