\\n\\nCongratulations! You\u2019re about to complete your court reporting program and you can\u2019t wait to put all that education to good use \u2013 and finally make a paycheck!\\n\\nAs a student, we understand that you\u2019ve already made some financial sacrifices in order to complete a court reporting program and may be thinking now is not the best time to put more money into your career \u2013 especially when steno writers and software (or shall we say \u2013 the writers and software that you\u2019ll want in order to be successful) don\u2019t come cheap. A student writer may have been just fine during your education, but your future success depends on having the proper equipment that will make you competitive, successful and satisfied for many years to come. \\n\\n<\/p>\n
\\n\\nWhen entering the real world of professional court reporting, you will be required to have a computer, transcription software, such as CAT Software<\/a>, and a professional steno machine<\/a> such as the Diamante. It is my goal in writing this blog to give you the information necessary to make an educated decision about your steno machine purchase and avoid some of the common buying mistakes I have seen people make time and time again. \\n\\nPerhaps you\u2019ve already begun your search for a steno machine. In that case, may have noticed that there are a wide range of price points from high quality new machines to vintage-looking used writers. Whether you decide to go with a new or used steno machine, I encourage you to read this Used Steno Writers Guide<\/a> before purchasing a professional steno writer \u2013 it might save you some money and a lot of mystery in the long run. \\n\\nOne thing we didn\u2019t mention in our Used Steno Writers Guide is what to look for when purchasing CAT Software, such as Case Catalyst. For the best value, we recommend purchasing the software package for a one-time fee and using it for as long as you can. Other options allow you to purchase software on a subscription basis for several hundred dollars per year. While this may be less cost upfront, you\u2019ll end up paying a fee every year regardless of whether the software is upgraded or not.\\n\\nWhen it comes to purchasing a steno machine, a used writer may be a great option for those on a budget \u2013 as long as it passes certain requirements. Below are some questions to ask the seller of a used writer before purchasing. If the seller isn\u2019t able to answer these questions, run! You don\u2019t want to put one of the biggest investments of your career in the hands of someone who doesn\u2019t know the product inside and out. \\n<\/p>\n \\n\\n\t<\/p>\n \\n\\n\t<\/p>\n \\n\\n\t<\/p>\n \\n\\n\t<\/p>\n \\n\\n\t<\/p>\n \\n\\n<\/ul>\n \\n\\n\\nLike everything else in life, you get what you pay for. View your investment in professional stenographer equipment as an investment in your future. The more prepared you are with a properly refurbished model and the latest software, the more satisfied your clients will be and the more jobs you will land as a result.\\n\\n<\/p>\n \\nIf you\u2019d like to speak with an expert from Stenograph, the industry leader in court reporting technology and supplies, please reach out at 1-800-323-4247 or fill our our online form to request more information<\/a>. We are happy to answer your questions regarding financial options and recommendations before taking the next step in your court reporting career!\\n\\n<\/p>\n \\nWhat to Consider Before Buying a Used Steno Machine<\/a>\\nNew vs. Used Steno Writers<\/a>\\nCAT Software for Court Reporters and Students <\/a>\\nTypes of Companies Looking for Court Reporters or Real-Time Captioners<\/a> \\n<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" How to Purchase a Professional Steno Machine \\n\\nCongratulations! You\u2019re about to complete your court reporting program and you can\u2019t wait to put all that education to good use \u2013 and finally make a paycheck!\\n\\nAs a student, we understand that you\u2019ve already made some financial sacrifices in order to complete a court reporting program and may […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[9],"tags":[16,23,46,72],"class_list":["post-466","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-steno-machine","tag-buying-steno-machine","tag-cat-software","tag-diamante","tag-professional-steno-machine"],"yoast_head":"\n\\n\\n\t<\/p>\n
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