About: Jason Novak

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Bio: Jason has been a consistent contributor to VectorVest and has a blended interest in technology and finance, which he has written about for over a decade. When he's not demystifying complex financial topics or sharing a quick analysis of hot stocks on a given day, you may find him on the golf course or exploring all that Northern California has to offer.

Posts by Jason Novak:

How Shorting A Stock Works

Posted on: 27 May 2022

For those with a basic understanding of how the stock market works, you may have the idea that you can only make money by picking the winning stocks and investing in companies you believe will continue to prosper in the years to come. This is referred to as taking a “long” position on the stock, […]

What Is Value Investing & How Does It Work?

Posted on: 27 May 2022

Want to learn how value investing works? You’ve come to the right place. In this article, we’ll answer two basic questions to help you gain an understanding of what this strategy is all about: What is value investing?  How does value investing work? If you find that you’re more concerned with the long-term fundamentals of […]

How To Short An ETF (Buying Inverse ETFs)

Posted on: 27 May 2022

ETFs and shorting–maybe you know about each of these financial terms separately, but didn’t know they could be utilized together. Rather than with ordinary or “long” investing, shorting an ETF allows you to profit off of its decline in value.  And when it comes to ETFs, shorting is actually easier than you may have realized […]

What Is The Advantage Of Investing Early For Retirement?

Posted on: 17 May 2022

What is the advantage of investing early for retirement, you ask? Of course, the obvious answer is that you’ll meet your retirement savings goal with ease. But that is just the tip of the iceberg. By starting early, you can invest in far smaller increments to achieve the same goal. And, you’ll be able to […]

Stock Warrants vs Options: What Is The Difference?

Posted on: 17 May 2022

Stock warrants vs options – what is the difference? And which of these is the right asset for you to invest in? In this article, we’ll answer these two questions along with many others you may have. While stock options and stock warrants have many similarities, they have plenty of differences as well. A stock […]

How To Trade Stock Options: Buying & Selling Contracts

Posted on: 17 May 2022

Want to learn how to trade stock options? You’ve come to the right place. In this complete guide, we’re going to cover everything you need to know about how to buy stock options and earn consistent profits by incorporating these into your investment strategy. These contracts may be a bit more complicated than traditional stock […]

Stock Options vs Stock: What Is The Difference?

Posted on: 17 May 2022

When it comes to investing, there are a few different options that people can choose from. One of the most popular is trading stocks, where an investor buys shares in a company with the hope that the stock will go up in value and they can sell those shares for a profit. Another option is […]

When To Exercise Stock Options (& How To Do It)

Posted on: 17 May 2022

Whether you’re getting started with options trading or you’ve taken company stock options as a form of compensation, there is probably one question plaguing your mind more than any other: when to exercise stock options. And fortunately for you, you’ve come to the right place. In this article, we’re going to explain when you should […]

How To Manage Risk For Stock Options

Posted on: 17 May 2022

While many investors seek to maximize profits, it’s just as important to minimize risk. Big wins are great – but if you ask many seasoned traders, the pain of a big loss outweighs the pleasure of a big win. As such, we’re going to teach you how to manage risk for stock options. That way, […]

Top 5 Stock Market Investing Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them)

Posted on: 13 May 2022

Top 5 Stock Market Investing Mistakes (and How to Avoid Them) During the latest episode of Fantastic Female Fridays, I discussed the top five stock market investing mistakes and how to avoid them. They consist of: o ignoring market timing o letting emotions get in the way o forgetting why they bought the stock in […]