Point in case I'm beginning to get into the business. I spent roughly 5-7k on snakes and equipment. However there are also unforseen circumstances. IE i use a professional snake rack in a snake room. Keep the abiant temp at 85°... so that means heat in the winter, ac and heat in the summer. $$$ after its all said and done. Plus you're going to need an incubator. Buying them is expensive. Lots of little things. Biggest most important thing buy good genes from proven established breeders.