Many people might agree with this from coffeetec: "If you want to start as hobby, find this a fun and therapeutic, then get machine (I advise against Tormach)" I've had a Tormach for 5 or 6 years and like it. First, it's not an industrial machine, but its an excellent hobby machine, unless your hobby is making parts for NASA You won't need professionals to install or move it. You won't need an electrician to re-wire your garage or basement since it runs off regular household 220 vac. If something goes wrong you'll be able to fix it yourself (lots of help available on this forum). Mine has been trouble free and no parts have needed to be replaced. Mods and/or upgrades are a cinch. I've made several mods on mine and they've worked out great. All were cheap or free. I hope to post a short video highlighting those mods.
Just some food for thought and hopefully at least a little useful.