A very WARM WELCOME to MASA Mojo! Glad that you found us. VERY sorry that you did NOT find us BEFORE you started out. But, that's how life sometimes goes....
Firstly - at MASA we have Many reefers with a LOT of decent experience in keeping marines.....
Secondly - we have NOTHING to gain by giving you ANY advice, except in our status as conservationists, and in our shared love for marine fish and everything else that comes from the sea
Thirdly - PLEASE BE PATIENT - as this hobby is ALL ABOUT PATIENCE!
Fourthly - Please note that you should ALWAYS double check ANYTHING or ANY advice that your Local Fish Shop (LFS) gives you, here on the forum with us - as we have unfortunately found that many people working at the LFS sound knowledgeable, but that they lack the complete detailed knowledge, and might just give you advice that you cost you dearly (like what might have happened here).
Other than that - good luck with your journey into keeping marines. Please don't be discouraged, as this is a VERY rewarding hobby, and a complete lifestyle!
Please ask as MANY questions as possible in order for you to become a VERY successful reefer.
Also - have a read through the other "New Members" threads. You are bound to find some very interesting information.
Good luck mate!