Hi Sennid,
Please remember that there's a big difference between "play" money and real money. For newbies, its a good way to start with a fictional portfolio before playing it for real.
As for SIR being a "money machine", I don't expect any major action before drilling commences. SIR has a number of interesting prospects and is cashed up. However, I'm a little concerned that its directors are still pre-occupied with the AXM situation.
DYOR