[TheForge] which tools to own and which to rent?

[Andrew Vida]

marc3rd wrote:
> I think, The smart way is to figure out "will it make you money"?
> Will it help you do something faster, better or that you can't do now, to 
> the point it will make you money (including paying for itself.)
> After I say no, I usually whine "but I want one It's really cool." Then I 
> buy it anyway.

	Necessary considerations, but not always sufficient.  The lease/buy 
decision can get complicated, particularly where large capital sums are 
in question.  For most of us this is not really an issue, but if Terry 
is considering ever a hundred thousand dollar decision, some further 
analysis may be in order - it can make a significant difference.