My DH purchased a used Gammill LA(a true workhorse)because Well... I wanted it. First of all it's convenient right in my living room when ever I need it. I don't have to travel to a rental machine, your time goes by very fast on it, also. I don't do it for hire right now but If I do prefer to in the future that is a valid option for me... something that is fun to do and get paid for. A lot of other high end sewing machines cost a lot more than my machine which we got for a extremely low price with lots of freebies included with it,light bar,thread,pantos,lots of stuff, too much too mention. Was thinking before about getting a 10 thread embroidery machine but the longarm just made a lot more sense to us. hope this helps!