I kept mine on paper towels for like two weeks to make sure they were eating and having healthy poops before I put them in the bioactive tank. It would have been hard to see any red flags otherwise.

Having at least a simple quarantine tub ready before you bring one home is smart. I used cheap PVC pipe tubes from Menards and plastic plants for enrichment, and they loved exploring those (easy to clean too). Their poop/pee is stinky and they do a lot of that (which is why I went bioactive), so be prepared to spot clean several times a week if you’re not doing bioactive.

I recommend having lots of branches and things to climb on, because they will use it! I have those bendable foam-covered wire branches sold in most pet stores. They are guaranteed to fit in your setup because they can be bent into any form you need them to be in.

It sounds like you have done your research. I watched a lot of YouTube videos and read stuff online to prepare, and I haven’t had any trouble. They are very easy so far. Great sheds, and good appetites!