In a small (5-figure) account, position size — not strategy choice — is usually the main lever for controlling risk of ruin. Placeholder framework follows.

What percentage of the account should one trade risk?

Placeholder answer with a suggested max-risk-per-trade percentage.

How does buying power change this?

Placeholder explanation of how defined-risk spread margin requirements interact with position sizing rules.

Frequently asked questions

How much of a small account should be in one options trade?

Placeholder answer with a suggested max-risk-per-trade percentage and reasoning.