If you're looking to save money, there are alternatives you can use so that you don't have to keep running to the store to buy expensive cleaning products.
We should not assume that all forms of splurging are bad. There are some products out there that, despite their price, are actually worth spending money on.
So you want to start trading stocks—awesome! Investing is a great way to maximize your hard-earned money. But it's not as simple as just putting money in.