I was just looking at some new espresso gear and had a laugh some of these setups cost more than what my little side project made in its first year. It got me wondering how other folks in similar boats handle it. Do you save up for a long time for that dream machine, or do you find clever workarounds with more budget-friendly equipment? Maybe there’s a middle ground I’m missing. Would love to hear how you balance the passion for a great brew with the realities of tight budgets, especially when you’re pouring so much into a business.