I think it’s a bit complex to pull off a good short and timing is important. I’m surprised that there hasn’t been an online service that specializes in making short sells more available to more small fry investors. I think it’s really a rich person’s playing field.
You only need a couple grand to open a margin account and buy puts. A put isn’t technically a short but it has a very similar profit profile with lower risk.
I think it’s a bit complex to pull off a good short and timing is important. I’m surprised that there hasn’t been an online service that specializes in making short sells more available to more small fry investors. I think it’s really a rich person’s playing field.
You only need a couple grand to open a margin account and buy puts. A put isn’t technically a short but it has a very similar profit profile with lower risk.
But you’re right that timing is key.