The most important tips for buying an Excel file, whether you’re a spreadsheet junkie or not.

What to watch out for: If you’re not familiar with the file format, here are some tips on how to interpret it.

Tips to buy a spreadsheet, not a stock: Investing in a spreadsheet has a higher risk than investing in stock.

It’s a riskier investment, but there are a number of advantages to buying a spreadsheet than investing the same amount in stock, according to Investopedia.

How to buy your own spreadsheet: Here are some of the best ways to get started.

If you’re ready to buy, here’s a list of Excel trading tools to get you started.