I was just wondering what everyone's goal is for buying and selling stocks. Is there a certain percentage or amount of money you look to make. I seen someone post yesterday that they made 5% before they sold which equaled $37.00 considering he bought 100 shares. I pay $7.00 per trade which obviously equals up to $14.00 coming out of each trade cycle. I don't have enough of a portfolio to buy a lot of these stocks and gain small amounts which equals a large total. I have to wait longer to make any noticeable profit which obviously increases my risk. I guess I'm asking how do you start out with a smaller amount of cash.:?: