When it comes to Apple, it’s hard not to admire its dominance and innovation. I’ve always liked Warren Buffett’s take—stick to companies with products people love. Apple ticks that box perfectly, but I'm thinking of switching things up in 2025.

I’ve mostly held straight shares, but now I’m curious about dabbling in options. Would options give me a way to manage risk while testing potential upside? Or am I better off adding more shares and staying the course? The number...