[ir0n_ma1den]

This being my first post, I'll tell you a little about myself:

I live in Northern Virginia and have been keeping planted aquariums for about a year now and love it. Recently, I have been lurking around various reef forums and am amazed by the beautiful reef aquariums, especially ones on this forum.

I would really like to start a 12 gallon reef, but after looking around and getting a feeling for things, pricing is a big concern.

I know that in this hobby you cannot afford to cheap out on things especially in a nano setup.

I want to know a basic estimate of how much the tank and all of the equipment will cost. Also, another estimate on coral and rock.

thanks