Tech tells you the truth, and it's a voice of experience. You'd be well advised to read and understand everything he offers (except for that da#ned 3 word story that he started)

I think that you'll find your $2500 to $3000 total outlay is going to be light. I'd say you'll be very fortunate to keep it below $5000, but that's just a shot in the dark, and I could be all wet.