It takes some time for a pair to establish itself raising fry. Not by any means just a buy and breed thing, lots of workIf you're doing it for money, you're doing it for the wrong reason. As mentioned earlier, you'll likely end up spending more than you'll make. I've been where you're at...bred all kinds of cichlids and wanted to challenge myself with discus. They're definitely more demanding than other cichlids, in terms of care. You'll get more enjoyment growing a pair out yourself but purchasing a proven pair will expedite the process.