We feature OptionsXpress. The following steps show you how to use their order entry screen for selling puts. Logon to OptionsXpress Click the Trade tab at the top of the page Click the Options link Proceed to Step 2 on the right »» Help me find a brokerage account Selling Puts on Option Order Screen Enter the option symbol with a leading period, select Sell To Open for Action and enter the number of options to trade. (1 contract represents 100 shares of stock) Selling Puts on Option Order Screen Select price as Limit, enter limit order price, select duration for Day Order, and select advanced orders for None. Click the 'Preview Order' button. Review your order for accuracy and click 'Place Order'. Selling Puts on Option Order Screen Verify trade successfully executed on order status page.

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