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:

What Are Stock Options and How Do They Work?

Posted on: 01 Apr 2022

What are stock options and how do they work? Whether you’re simply looking to invest in the stock market or the company you work for offered you employee stock options – gaining an understanding of stock options will help you identify good opportunities and stay away from bad ones. Simply put, stock options give you […]

How Are Stock Options Taxed When Sold or Exercised?

Posted on: 01 Apr 2022

Nobody loves tax season. It’s complicated and it usually means it is time to cut a check on the money you’ve worked hard to earn. Once you start making income through the stock market on top of your other income, it becomes even more convoluted. One common question we get in particular is – how […]

The Near Perfect Indicator

Posted on: 16 Mar 2022

Traders and investors are always searching for the Perfect Indicator. You know, the Holy Grail that never loses. How do I know? Well, I am one of those people. Sorry, but it doesn’t exist. All I will say is there are technical indicators that can give you a “Trader’s Edge.” They are mostly trend-following indicators […]

The Sticky Trends of the Stock Market with Laurie Winkless – Fantastic Female Fridays

Posted on: 15 Mar 2022

The Sticky Trends of the Stock Market – Fantastic Female Fridays with Laurie Winkless I had the unexpected pleasure of seeing Laurie Winkless, an Irish physicist,  present on stage in Wellington when I had the delightful opportunity to work with the Irish Embassy in New Zealand for St. Brigid’s Day. This is the national holiday […]

Trend Trading vs Swing Trading: Which Strategy Is Right For You?

Posted on: 23 Feb 2022

While you may not realize it just yet, you probably fall into one of two categories if you’re an investor: a swing trader or a trend trader. But what is the difference between these two trading strategies, and which one best suits you? Today, we’re going to take a deep dive into the swing trading […]

Swing Trading vs Investing Long Term: Which Is Right For You?

Posted on: 22 Feb 2022

There are quite a few investment strategies out there – but two of the most popular are swing trading and long term investing. These vary greatly, and you might be wondering – which is the better style for you?  The answer depends on what your goals are. And, it also depends on your risk tolerance, […]

Swing Trading Pros and Cons: What New Traders Need To Know

Posted on: 22 Feb 2022

So you’ve heard how lucrative this investment style can be, and you want to give it a shot yourself. But you mainly hear the positives – what’s the catch? Are there any drawbacks you should be aware of? What are the pros and cons of swing trading? We’re going to give you everything you need […]

Swing Trading With A Small Account: Best Practices

Posted on: 22 Feb 2022

While some people would love to deposit $100,000 into their first trading account, this is rarely the reality for swing traders starting out. When first getting started, you’ll likely want to dip your toes in the water with a smaller account. This is a great way to make your mistakes “smaller” when you’re first learning […]

How to Learn Swing Trading Quickly & Easily With VectorVest

Posted on: 22 Feb 2022

Wondering how to learn swing trading quickly and easily? You’ve come to the right place. In this article, we’re going to provide you with some great resources for investors first starting out with this strategy. We’ll also explain the best way to learn swing trading. Spoiler alert – we encourage new traders to get started […]

Augmented Reality (AR) – Leaders and Trend Setters – The ESG & Tech Show

Posted on: 17 Feb 2022

Augmented Reality (AR) – Leaders and Trend Setters   Over time, we’ve seen Augmented Reality move from being a futuristic concept to having use cases in education, interior design, planning, museums, and other environments where the virtual and physical worlds overlap. As per recent Statista data, by 2024 there will be an estimated 1.7 billion […]