Two Short Verticals make One Iron Condor | Short Verticals | Brett Crowther | 8-13-26

Short Verticals | Brett Crowther | 8-13-26 Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options. https://bit.ly/2v9tH6D In this video, we walk through how two common defined-risk options strategies—a short put vertical and a short call vertical—can be combined on the same stock and in the same expiration cycle to create an iron condor. We’ll show how each side of the trade works, why traders may use this strategy when they expect a stock to stay within a range, and how the defined-risk structure helps frame potential reward and risk before placing the trade. Along the way, we blend technical analysis with probability-based analysis to evaluate possible entry points, strike selection, and the overall trade setup. If you’re looking to better understand how short verticals can work together as part of a neutral options strategy, this walkthrough offers a practical example of building and analyzing an iron condor from start to finish. Check it out. How would you like to be wrong in your directional forecast and still have the potential to have a profitable option trade? Short Put Vertical Spreads or Short Call Vertical Spreads may be worth exploring.  Join your education coach to learn how to create, enter, and manage short vertical trades. Options carry a high level of risk and are not suitable for all investors. Certain requirements must be met to trade options through Schwab. Please read the Options Disclosure Document titled "Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options" before considering any option transaction. Short Vertical Webcast Playlist: https://tinyurl.com/5ynu4crt YouTube Shorts Playlist:    / @tradertalkswebcasts   Recent Webcasts: Creature of Habit? Create an Exit Template: https://youtube.com/live/b1oQCVSN5SY Staying Calm in Losing Trades: https://youtube.com/live/a2EAQn8Ex5Q Trade Troubles? Ways to Adjust, Exit or Stay the Course: https://youtube.com/live/Yy3ngbphyFo Discovering Potential Stocks Suited for Short Verticals: https://youtube.com/live/kSJRVlauc7Q Reward Vs. Risk Ratio: Discovering Your Comfort Zone: https://youtube.com/live/79yQBqcaWb8 Bearish in a Bullish Run? Here's How it Can Work: https://youtube.com/live/8YjTH9Zfdb0 The Probability Cone: A Visual Study for Vertical Traders: https://youtube.com/live/asUznPqmN1E Navigating Strike Price Strategies: Pros and Cons: https://youtube.com/live/YqKuD0Wih4U *Not guaranteed as to accuracy or timing* Interested in a 1:1 Appointment with a thinkorswim specialist?? Complimentary. Click Link to register: https://bit.ly/3Pa5wzo NEW SCHWAB COACHING CALENDAR: https://schwab.com/schwab-coaching Subscribe to 'new TRADER TALKS WEBCASTS FROM SCHWAB COACHING on YouTube: :    / @tradertalkswebcasts   #brettcrowther #TraderTalks #SchwabCoaching #schwabcoaching #schwab #bullputspread #bearcallspread