Selling energy yourself? The dream is big, but the reality is a bit harsh.

You might think: Isn't this simple? I just list it and sell it myself, right?

Theoretically, that's correct, but in practice, regular folks might hit a bunch of "pits":

1. Unstable customer base: Today someone buys, tomorrow no one asks, profits are like a rollercoaster.

2. Pricing is a brain-buster: Energy prices fluctuate with the market; when to sell high and when to buy low? It’s like day trading crypto, exhausting.

3. High operational costs: Finding channels, negotiating deals, handling distribution takes a lot of effort and can lead to pitfalls.

4. No safety net: If you run into unreliable buyers or channels, you might not get your profits, and your capital could take a hit.

After going through all this, you'll realize that for retail traders to earn a steady, hassle-free income from selling energy, the threshold isn’t low. Staking on your own is best for "saving money"; if you want to get more serious about "making money," you need to leverage outside help.