Ok guys, I have been back and forth between FW and SW setups and have done weeks of research on both. About a week ago I figured I would start with a FW even though I would rather have a SW. So I need any help or input on the pros and cons.
My main problem is price. How much would a 40+ gallon tank cost, including all of the bells and whistles? (without skimping out on quality to save a few $) Also, how much would the liverock, sand, a few popular-choiced fish, and algea-controllers cost?
Basically, I am looking to spend $500 (give or take) on the whole setup.
If that is not going to be enough, or if I am going to go over by a lot, is there any equipment that I should get that would work well for both SW and FW? That way I won't be spending a lot if/when I switch to the other.
My main problem is price. How much would a 40+ gallon tank cost, including all of the bells and whistles? (without skimping out on quality to save a few $) Also, how much would the liverock, sand, a few popular-choiced fish, and algea-controllers cost?
Basically, I am looking to spend $500 (give or take) on the whole setup.
If that is not going to be enough, or if I am going to go over by a lot, is there any equipment that I should get that would work well for both SW and FW? That way I won't be spending a lot if/when I switch to the other.