Mark Lewis 
Dealing with tax season as an active trader can feel like navigating a minefield. Between wash sales, short-term vs. long-term capital gains rates, and complex reporting forms, it is incredibly easy to make a costly mistake. While tax laws are notoriously dry, understanding the foundational rules can save you thousands of dollars in unnecessary liabilities … Read more
Michael Covel’s *Trend Following* is not a magic book. The useful part is blunt: most of the money in those systems sits in a few large trends, and the rest of the time you pay for the wait. I do not run a full Turtle clone. I stole three ideas and rejected the rest. What … Read more
A backtest is a question: “Can this rule be executed, and what did it do in old data?” It is not a certificate. I still run them. I no longer treat a pretty curve as permission to go large. What I test One rule, one market, one session. If the description needs three indicators, two … Read more
People pick a camp: “only price” or “only numbers.” I use a dull split. Fundamentals tell me when the story can change. Technicals tell me where I am wrong if I am already in. I do not mix them into a smoothie so every trade has both stamps. That is how you justify anything. How … Read more
Options trading is one of the most powerful tools available to traders and investors, offering flexibility, leverage, and unique ways to profit in both rising and falling markets. However, it also comes with significant risks and complexity. In this beginner-friendly guide, we’ll break down the fundamentals of options — what calls and puts are, how … Read more
Dividend stocks offer one of the most reliable paths to building long-term passive income. Instead of relying solely on price appreciation, investors in dividend stocks receive regular cash payments directly into their brokerage account — essentially getting paid to own quality businesses. In this guide, we’ll explore a fundamental analysis approach to selecting strong dividend … Read more
Cryptocurrency markets are among the most dynamic and volatile trading environments available. Unlike traditional markets, crypto trades 24/7 with no closing bell, leading to rapid price movements driven by news, social sentiment, whale activity, and global events. Technical analysis (TA) is particularly powerful in crypto because price action often reflects crowd psychology in its purest … Read more
High-impact news events are among the most volatile and profitable — yet also the most dangerous — moments in the financial markets. Whether it’s a Federal Reserve interest rate decision, Non-Farm Payrolls (NFP) report, CPI inflation data, or major corporate earnings, these releases can cause massive price swings in seconds. Many beginners get burned during … Read more
As of mid-June 2026, the U.S. stock market is in a consolidation phase following a strong rally earlier in the year. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq have pulled back from recent highs amid profit-taking, mixed economic signals, and geopolitical developments. In this post, we’ll provide a clear technical outlook with key support and resistance levels … Read more
Having the right tools can significantly improve your trading efficiency without spending a dime. In 2026, there are excellent free (or generous free-tier) platforms that offer professional-level charting, indicators, screening, and backtesting capabilities. This guide covers the best free technical analysis tools for stocks, forex, crypto, and futures, based on current features, usability, and trader … Read more