I agree with this! I know AP has a long lead time but with Reptile basics, as long as you order a black (not white) rack, they will get there within the week. As for supplies, you just need a thermostat for the flexwatt (I recommend Herpstat but if you can't afford it, any that you can afford should be fine), your substrate (I recommend paper towels or newspaper), a temp gun (to double check temps on all levels), and that's it! You don't need fancy decorations or water bowls. I use dog bowls from walmart and I've never had an issue.