~Gazillionaire A few short tips. ~Making money. You'll make more money buying expensive products at reasonable prices, than buying cheap products at very low prices. Pay off your loans as soon as possible. On planets that are riddled with exotics, always buy them here as you can earn yourself a few extra bucks. ~Other tips. If you keep a strong eye on weather reports and the news, then taking out insurance may not be necessary. Time only passes during flight, not whilst on planetside. You can upgrade your crafts cargo and engine, throughout the game, but all other aspects of your craft stay the same. So the correct choice of ship at the beginning of the game, is important.