SPX & SPY Options Trading Guides

Our SPX and SPY Options Trading Guides are designed to give traders the knowledge and confidence needed to navigate the fast-moving world of 0DTE options. Since 2016, we have published thousands of real-time trade alerts with full transparency, and these guides capture the core lessons behind our approach. Whether you are growing a small account, learning how to manage risk, or deciding between SPX and SPY contracts, you will find clear explanations and practical strategies here. Each guide is written to help you build discipline, avoid costly mistakes, and trade smarter in one of the most active markets available today.

This hub organizes all guides by topic so you can find what you need quickly.

Getting Started with Options

• What Are SPX Index Options? A Comprehensive Guide
  Learn the fundamentals of SPX index options and why they are popular among day traders.
• What Are 0DTE Options?
  Understand same-day expiration options, their advantages, and the risks involved.
• Why Do We Trade SPXW & SPY 0DTE Options?
  Discover why these contracts are uniquely suited to our strategies.
• Isn’t Day Trading 0DTE Options Just Gambling?
  Explore the differences between disciplined trading and pure speculation.
• How Can Beginners Start Trading Options Successfully?
  Step-by-step guidance for new traders entering the world of SPX and SPY options.

Accounts & Market Selection

• What is the Best Market to Grow a Small Account?
  Compare SPY, SPX and more to find the best fit for smaller accounts.
• What size account is needed to day trade SPX and SPY options?
  A breakdown of account requirements, realistic expectations, and key considerations.
• Can I Trade SPX Options Using a Cash Account?
  Learn how cash accounts work for options trading and the limitations involved.
• Which is Better to Trade: SPX or SPY Options?
  Side-by-side comparison of SPX and SPY to help you choose the right market.

Risk Management & Trading Setup

• How Much Should I Invest in Each Option Trade?
  Strategies for position sizing, capital preservation, and consistent growth.
• What equipment do I need to Day Trade Successfully?
  Essential tools, platforms, and setups for trading efficiency.
• How to Place an SPX Credit Spread Trade?
  Follow our step-by-step walkthrough for entering an SPX vertical credit spread, with clear examples of strikes, credits, and order entry.
• Trading Guidelines: A Step-By-Step Guide
  Practical instructions for how we enter, manage, and exit SPX weekly option trades, with clear rules to follow each day.

Our Commitment

These trading guides are part of our commitment to helping traders approach the SPX and SPY 0DTE markets with clarity, confidence, and discipline. Every concept we share is rooted in years of real-time trading experience. By combining education with transparent performance tracking, we aim to provide traders with both the knowledge and the proof needed to succeed. Whether you are building a small account or refining advanced strategies, our goal is to give you practical insights that make a measurable difference in your trading journey.

Next Steps

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