New guy from PA

[Mach]

Just wanted to say hi. I am new to stocks, I have had some success in the real estate market, but I have not bought anything sense 05 I don't think I will buy anything for some time. I am just tired of giving my guy money for my retirement and not understanding were it's going. Heck I can lose just as much money has he can That being said what is the best way to learn about investing. I am more interested in Growth and holding for a long time well maybe 2-5 years.

I have an account with Options Xpress, The coaches keep calling me has anyone used them? I think it was $6k. My overall goal is to beat my money market average which is 1.5% if I am lucky, but like everyone I would really like a 30% profit

Has anyone ever created a entity to manage their investments? Seems taxes and fees are your worst enemy.

Thanks