It would be unfortunate if you believed that the spending was nearly over. Truthfully, it's only begun, but, if it's any consolation, this first year will be the worst-- well, at least the worst for this telescope.But if you bought an SCT, then you already spent a healthy sum and own a decent telescope. A couple of the accessories on this list are pricey, but you can always think of it this way: you wouldn't replace the tires on a relatively new Mercedes with twenty-five dollar recaps. Why treat your telescope any differently? More.........