jhughes656 said:
I am looking to start small but want to buy equipment that can grow with the business. [...] I see package deals on some web sites but I do not know if this is what I need.
Package deals can be good - everything you need in one place, sometimes at a cheaper price. Obviously not all packages are created equal - sometimes the equipment isn't any good, or it's bundled with stuff you don't actually need that just ends up costing you money. But in theory the right package is waiting out there for any given startup.
However, I don't really see package deals as the kind of equipment that grows with a business. They're normally "complete kits" that give you low end equipment - the bare minimum to get by. Sometimes people want to get something they can easily afford at the time, and are happy to replace the equipment as they expand. If you want equipment that grows with a business though, you generally need more professional equipment - something that exceeds your current needs. You may find that in a package, but it's a lot less likely.
The advantage of buying the bare minimum is that you haven't spent more than you have to if the business fails, and if things take off you can afford to replace it. It is essentially a waste of money if you end up replacing it sooner rather than later though.
