Here's the Big Problem with Wall Street's Darling Buy-Write Funds

Tim Melvin

"Psst. Hey, I got something for you – the perfect investment.

"It's gonna give you 5% to 7% in income, plus appreciation. It does better than the stocks in down markets, and there's loads of upside potential when stocks are riding high.

"There's options trading, too, but get this: You don't have to worry about 'em – the fund manager's gonna take care of that.

"You in? Just sign here…"

That sounds pretty compelling, right? Income, appreciation, outperformance, and no trades to execute.

There's just one flaw: It's complete crap – and expensive, too.

So, naturally, it's selling like hotcakes, with investors falling for it hook, line, and sinker all over the place.

Let me show you what's really going on with this investing craze – and why you don't want to be anywhere near it.

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