HI!

My son is coming of age and would like to perhaps start up his own 'backyard' neighborhood mowing/leaf raking biz. He has done a few yards before w/ my equipment, but I'd like him to earn his own and keep his own just for the lesson of it all.

He's saved some $ for equipment and we told him we'd give him a 'family' loan for the rest. I'd rather not be cheap on equipment. I know he wouldn't just have a go at it a give it up, but rather stick it out and save some $.

Obviously a mower is a starting point. We are looking at perhaps a LB, if we can find one in good shape.

Next perhaps a blower (hand held or back pack style)

And lastly s multi-task type wacker system (Stihl's Kombi or Echo's version).

Please add to or take from our meager list.

Any pro/con suggestions are welcome!

Thoughts are welcome on making a legit biz, insurance etc.

Also, I'll be his below minimum wage lackey and vehicle/trailer driver.

Thanks.