I have a longarm but I don't do customers quilts. I'm not that good. I never intended to have a business. Of course, I bought my longarm used and wanted it just for my own pleasure. I have had lots of pleasure from it. Now, I'm just one step away from purchasing a new machine for a lot more money. I would never buy a longarm with the idea that it would pay for itself. I think that is too risky. If you buy one, buy it first for yourself and then if you get customers, that would be a bonus that you are not expecting. Don't go into it thinking that you will make money. You may be very disappointed.