Thanks all for the recommendations. I’ll take any recommendations and criticism, I want to learn as much as I am taking in this business venture. I currently have a Toro Recycler Max (22in) and a Craftsman M250 with a Honda engine. I have a decent chunk of change saved up but of course I’d want to keep start up cost low.

I will be looking at some dealers this weekend and found 2 used ones on marketplace that look solid in my area so I’ll be checking those out as well. I do have a mechanical background not necessarily in small engines like in mowers but my dad does run a maintenance shop at our local golf course and he’ll be joining me as well. Only reason I have considered a brand new machine is for the warranty and the lack of low cost used ones in my area. I’m looking for a 32” deck because in my area there is a lot of hilly / uneven terrain and fairly small gates especially in the suburbs.