Little tip, when i post a (supposed) good thing, cross it out as a scratching. Yeh start small, i don't agree that you shouldn't start betting for a month, you will get bored and not put enough time into it. I suggest just having small bets, even from formguide tipsters etc. It's very difficult to win off the punt but it's a great hobby, certainly more fun then pottery or making model cars.

Welcome, good luck, and happy punting

Ed.