Let's just say you get what you pay for.... WAIT a month or two and put aside a little more money. Then you can get something that is really nice from a great breeder who will support you through any problems! read up on someone's trader ratings on the BOI at Fauna... you will be glad you waited! I do not pay top dollar for every snake, but i buy from great breeders and have never regretted it. my impulse buys are always the ones i regret!