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AAII's Guide to Top Web Sites

Options/Futures

The top sites provide comprehensive information and statistics on options and futures. Typically, websites will include an education section with seminars, online courses, webcasts and other tools to help novice investors familiarize themselves with these derivatives. Many sites offer instructional articles on basic strategies and instruments used for options and futures. Derivatives have a different risk profile, so make sure to educate yourself on the various risks before buying them for your portfolio.