Poor Man’s Covered Call: The Budget-Friendly Way to Sell Options! ( With Real example)📝
Want to make money selling calls but don’t have the cash for 100 shares? No worries, there’s a cheaper way,the Poor Man’s Covered Call (PMCC) or Synthetic Covered Call.
How It Works (Super Simple!)
Buy a long-term call (LEAPS) : This is your “discounted” stock that gives you the right to buy shares later.
Sell a short-term call : This is how you collect premium $$$, just like a regular covered call!
Why It’s Cool
✅ Way cheaper than buying 100 shares
✅ Generates passive income from selling calls
✅ Uses leverage smartly (but don’t go crazy!)
Real Example
$MSTR is $329.20 Buying 100 shares costs $32,920! Instead, you:
✔ Buy ITM LEAPS call (expires next year or near a year depending your budget ) $300 strike costs around $11,600 - This is way less than $32,920 to control 100 shares 🧠
Of course , you start a PMCC when stock has been down + IV down🤷🏻♂️
✔ Sell a short-term call and collect $1,200 every few weeks? ( if things go on your favor ) Maybe the $345 strike price on Feb 21?
Boom! You’re running a covered call strategy without needing a fortune.
Risk? If the stock moons 🚀 past your strike price, you cap your gains. But hey, that’s the trade-off for spending way less upfront!
Ever tried the Poor Man’s Covered Call? ☎️
PS: This is not financial advice. Always do your own research and consult your financial advisor or broker to understand the risks involved.