For me, I will always have a place in my heart for Ball Pythons, but Giants are where my true passion lies. I bought into Ball Pythons, going into some morphs that I thought looked amazing. I originally got into the Ball Python market, because I loved Pythons in general; yet seen the money Ball Pythons made and went for it thinking I could hopefully start a buissiness. Soon after getting into them, and hatching a couple clutches I lost interest big time. I don't know why, but for some reason the small species aren't for me. I have a passion, interest, devotion, and respect for the giants, Rock Pythons especially.
The money shouldn't be a factor in keeping or breeding reptiles, and I learned this fast. Work with what you love to keep. Work with what truly interests you, and don't let the money be a deciding factor in what you keep. I did find out that turning my hobby into a money making venture simply made me lose interest in them. I think that for true success in this hobby, work with what you love. It'll not only ensure your success in the hobby, but it'll allow you to get the fulfillment and enjoyment out of it.