Do people actually make money from trading?

Yes........a lot of people make solid 6 figure incomes trading stocks, using options, commodities, eft's, I have met several people that consistently make 15-20% ROI a month, see how many "investors" make that in a month.....to comment on another comment about taxes, sure you may pay more in taxes but that's only because your making awesome money. just start your own investment company and take advantage of the tax breaks of owning your own biz......have your board meeting in an exotic location and say it was a biz expense......buying and holding on to a stock maybe good for long term but if your like most people you need money NOW!!! Why not get 10% now a month then 10% a yr??? 120% ROI annually or 10% annually.......which makes more sense to you???