Yeah. I think that's what it boils down to is just what works for you somewhere in the range of all the suggestions. lol.
I have almost everything I need. I've got some tubs, UTH's are on their way, got tons of hides already, need a couple of more water bowls and thermostats just in case I come home with more then...one or...two...ha. And I've got the substrate too.
Oh, I know something I've been thinking about...we lived up Northwest where it can get a bit cold in the winter. I'm wondering if it's going to be a problem keeping the heat up. Of course, I suppose I can get a space heater for their room and keep it a bit warmer in there. Does anyone ever have any problems in the winter?