When you exercise your option, you buy (call) or sell (put) the underlying stock at the price stated in the contract. If your options have value relative to the actual stock price, you are "in the money."  A call option allows you to buy stock at the stated strike price. You'll make money if the stock is trading at a higher price than your stock price, because you can buy shares at your lower strike price. You could then turn around and sell those shares at the actual price to make money. If you have put options, you have the right to sell stock at the strike price listed on your contract. You'll make money if you exercise your options when the stock is selling at a much lower price on the open market. You are essentially forcing someone to buy shares at a higher price. You can then buy more shares at the lower price, or simply pocket the difference. For example, if you own a call option for stock at the strike price of $50, and the stock is currently selling at $100, you are "in the money" because you can buy the stock for half the price it's actually trading for. Likewise, if you owned put options for stock at the strike price of $100, and it is currently selling at $50, you are "in the money" because you can force someone to buy the stock at twice the price it's currently trading for. If you have American-style options, you can exercise them at any time – you don't have to wait until the expiration date. Exercising an option well before the expiration date means losing potential value. However, waiting it out comes with a risk that the stock price won't move the way you've predicted.  For example, suppose you are in the money on call options that don't expire for 6 months. You could exercise them now and buy the stock at your strike price. However, if the stock continues to rise, you could potentially make more money by exercising the option later. Even with American-style options, most options aren't exercised until close to their expiration date. This gives options holders the opportunity to maximize the time value of their options. To exercise a put option, you must first own the underlying stock. If you're exercising a call option, on the other hand, you need the resources to purchase the underlying stock at the strike price. Your broker may have its own rules about how much money you need to have in your account to exercise your options. Call customer service or check the educational resources on your broker's website for specific rules. You can't trade options without a broker. If you have an online broker, you may not have to do anything more than click a button. Your broker will take several steps behind the scenes to exercise your options for you.  The process is somewhat complex, but in reality it typically only takes a few minutes. You don't have any sort of relationship with the investor who is assigned the options you exercise. In fact, you likely won't even know who they are. The process is done electronically by the relevant options clearing house. When your options have been exercised, your broker will deposit your profits (less fees and commissions) into your account. For a put option, you'll have a cash deposit. For a call option, you'll have shares in the underlying stock. Commissions and fees for the transaction will be deducted from your account. If you exercised a call option, the commissions and fees will come out of the cash in your account, not from selling the shares of stock you purchased through your options contracts.
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One-sentence summary -- Compare the price of the underlying stock to your strike price. Evaluate the time value of your option. Check your account balance. Instruct your broker to exercise the option. Verify the net result.

Q: Some people have had success fixing static hair by using an ionic blow dryer. This blow dryer has negative ions that neutralize the positive ions in your hair to help get rid of static. The ion molecules also break down water molecules in your hair instead of evaporating water molecules, like regular blow dryers. This helps prevent your hair of being stripped of moisture and getting staticky. These blow dryers are not necessarily that expensive and only cost around 20 dollars. Rubbing dryer sheets on your hair can actually help get rid of static hair. You can alternatively rub them on your pillowcase at night instead of your hair. Try keeping your hair brushes wrapped in dryer sheets. Instead of using a plastic comb, try a metal comb. Plastic will make your hair more staticky, but metal is a conductive so it won't. This means that the electricity goes to the metal first before it goes to your hair, making your hair have less static electricity.  Rubber combs or brushes work better than plastic.  You can also try using a wooden comb or brush.  Use a brush with natural bristles. These brushes are more expensive but help distribute oil in your hair and prevent static. Metal is a conductive so it will help get rid of static. Rub a metal clothes hanger on your hair to help get rid of static electricity. Hold the hanger so it is touching your head and move it slowly downward. Make sure you make contact with every part of your hair. Using a humidifier will make your room moister and eliminate the static problem because the water molecules in the air break up static. If you don't have a humidifier, simmer water on your stove with a little bit of cinnamon. Instead of using a regular towel to dry your hair, try using a shirt or paper towel. The rough material of a towel can open your hair cuticles which can cause flyaways. When drying your hair squeeze it with your towel, shirt, or paper towel, but don't rub it. A microfiber towel may also do the trick.
A: Try an ionic blow dryer. Rub dryer sheets on your hair. Choose the right comb or brush. Try a metal clothes hanger. Use a humidifier. Dry your hair with a shirt or paper towel.

Article: Having your schedule written down is one of the best ways to ensure that you’ll keep on track. If you have easy access to your schedule, you will get in the habit of checking it regularly.  Figure out which method works best for you. Then you can access your schedule when you need a reminder about what’s next on the list.  Some people prefer writing it down in a daily planner. Others like to keep track on a laptop or tablet. There are lots of useful scheduling apps for mobile phones.  If you use a computer or phone to record your schedule, you can set reminders to prompt you when important tasks are coming up. As you start to figure out your daily schedule, break up your day into half-hour segments. These chunks of time are manageable amounts in which to accomplish certain tasks. Then you don’t need to plan your schedule down to the minute. You will have obligations throughout the day that need to be accomplished at specific times. For example, you need to drop off your children at school at 8:00 a.m. You need to pick them up at 3:00 p.m. Fit these types of activities into your schedule first. After you have your obligations worked into your schedule, look for pockets of time that do not require specific activities. These are considered “flex” time. Now look at your long-term goals and start to fit activities into your schedule that will help you accomplish your goals. The flex time can also be used for unforeseen obligations or other activities that come up last-minute. As you start to adjust to using a schedule, you should consult the schedule frequently. This will help remind you of your planned activities. This will also keep you on track so that you don’t spend too much time doing one activity or task. As you start working through your schedule every day, you can assess how it’s working for you. Make adjustments based on how much time you’re spending on different tasks. Be sure to include your long-term goals so that you are sure to achieve them.
Question: What is a summary of what this article is about?
Find the best medium to record your schedule. Budget your day in 30 minute segments. Work your necessary activities into the schedule first. Fit in “flexible” time. Refer to your schedule often. Adjust your schedule as needed.