2nd hand ECM botticelli II?

Brett_H

No worries...

Kelsey

That'd be nice, wouldn't it. And I'm sure Bezzera wouldn't mind us crashing the joint... 😉

Bottom_Line

Lacehim wrote:

Depends on age & condition. They are similar in design to a silvia, ie single boiler thermostat temp control.

I've got one of these sitting on the shelf. Pretty much on par to the Silvia. Very well built. Can pull a great shot but suffers from the same temp swings as the Silvia. Steam is the same too BUT the arm is stuck in one position. This can be a pain depending on where the unit sits and the size of your jugs.. um milk jugs... er you know what I mean. The other small pain compared to the Silvia is the water container. To remove you have to pull a small handle on the top of the machine which lifts out the pipe. You then pull the contain forward. So if in average condition with no extras $500 seems a little high. You could probably get a Silvia for that. But if in great condition, sold through a reputable shop it is a good price. Good luck!

Kelsey

Thanks for the info Bottom Line. The price turns out to be well south of the $500 mark, so it would seem that if it's in decent condition it could be a good buy. I'm still keen on a new machine, for warranty and tax reasons, but this machine is still nagging away in the back of my mind....

UNM

you can still claim as a business expense, even if buying 2nd hand. Just not gst unless seller is registered.

Kelsey

KK, AM (& Brett H, in case the gig falls through), I'm going to try to be at Bezzera for around 2.30 - 3.00pm Friday to check out some of their namesake machines and the Silvia. Just in case anyone decides to show up to say hello..... 8)

Kelsey

UNM wrote:

you can still claim as a business expense, even if buying 2nd hand. Just not gst unless seller is registered.

I've found a lot of home-sellers (as opposed to businesses who deal regularly in used goods) are unable or unwilling to provide receipts - do you know of any 'receiptless' way of claiming? I usually hand all this stuff off to the accountant, so I've got no clue!.

Koffee_Kosmo

Kelsey wrote:

I've found a lot of home-sellers (as opposed to businesses who deal regularly in used goods) are unable or unwilling to provide receipts - do you know of any 'receiptless' way of claiming? I usually hand all this stuff off to the accountant, so I've got no clue!.

Yes it can be done A letter of sale from the previous owner, noting that its second hand goods & the cost Depending on the price and if its used for a business the accountant will then claim it as a depreciating asset or claim it in full (depending on the cost) I do this when I purchase used equipment for my business Anything under $50 one does not need a receipt but its good to have one for proof of purchase KK

Kelsey

Thanks KK, good info.

Brett_H

I gotta get me a business! I have an ABN but not a registered business... My wife's jewelry stuff must be close to making some money.... You can make jewelry with a RoburE can't you?

Kelsey

All our work is done from home. Well, not this week - I'm trialling an office for a few weeks. I don't like it. The upside of working from home is that we can legitimately claim the things we use as part of our work. Coffee is indeed vital to our work.

UNM

AngerManagement wrote:

Maybe not; but you need to take a break and to rest your wrists and eyes. A Coffee is just part of good OWHS and making a good coffee is Staff development 😛

In my business staff amenities covers espresso machine, grinder and green beans. I'm the only staff member ;D the roaster came at 'the right price' so could not be claimed.

Koffee_Kosmo

Kelsey wrote:

All our work is done from home. Well, not this week - I'm trialling an office for a few weeks. I don't like it. The upside of working from home is that we can legitimately claim the things we use as part of our work. Coffee is indeed vital to our work.

Just be aware "NOT" to claim rooms or parts of a home including electricity as a tax deduction Capital gains tax is then payable :o if sold But check with your accountant KK

Kelsey

That's the upside of renting - one of the few - more claimables.... 😉

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