A follow-up to the first excavator episode—now that it's seen real use. Tyler shares what's working, what surprised him, and what he'd rethink after owning and running it for a while.
First excavator episode: Is An Excavator Actually Worth It?

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Initial Investment and Purchase Details (0:00)
Financing and Tax Benefits (3:56)
Usage and Maintenance (5:59)
Cost Considerations and Insurance (32:58)
Operational Efficiency and Tax Strategy (33:44)
Consulting and Future Plans (37:49)
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