Parrots are never cheap. So what if the breeder gave you a good deal? Trust me, there is no such thing as a "bargain" bird. Usually, the bigger and flashier they are, the more they cost, but the expense does not stop there.
Before you even bring your little feathered bundle home, you will need to purchase a cage. Parrot cages come with a variety of features including special feeding stations, locking doors, and play tops, just to name a few. They also come in an array of beautiful colors. They sound expensive, don't they? That's because they are. A good quality cage can cost at least a gazillion dollars. There is no point in settling for a cheap one, because your bird will have it scuffed and scratched within a few months, if it isn't entirely dismantled. That beak on your baby's face is a natural hack saw. Spend a few extra gazillion and get the best and largest cage you can afford.
After bringing Birdie home, you're going to find that he will not be content imprisoned in his cage all day. Parrots are highly intelligent and want to explore and feel as if they are part of the family. This means you will need several play areas scattered throughout your home so your avian companion can hang out with you. Rolling play stands are a good idea since they are easily moved from room to room. Again, quality is important. A good one can cost a gazillion dollars. You might want to consider at least one hanging play gym somewhere in your home. Be sure to use ceiling protectors made from PVC so your darling can't poke holes in your ceiling.
Your parrot will need toys to stay amused. You will need to purchase a variety to see which type your parrot likes the best. There are toys for foraging, shredding, banging, throwing, and chewing. They are not cheap. Most of them cost a gazillion dollars.
Your home has now been taken over with parrot housing, toys, and equipment, like Kudzu vine takes over the south. Forget your decorating scheme. You might as well go with Birdie Bordello, because that's what you'll have anyway.
Of course your bird has to eat. Never, never assume you can toss a few seeds in his direction and forget him. He needs a good variety of healthy foods. Birds are very sensitive to pesticides, so organic foods are best. You can also buy bird pellets, instant foods to cook for your baby, healthy seed mixes, treats and nuts for your bird. Each of these cost a gazillion dollars. Alternately, you can cook for your baby, but it's probably a good idea to have some commercial foods as a back up. You will get very tired of baking fresh birdie bread and sprouting seeds on your counter top every day.
Your new friend will make a mess, but it's really not his fault. We confine parrots to a small area, so we must clean up after them. Some handy things to have on hand when tidying up after your bird are special sprays to remove poop from perches and cages, a hand-held vacuum, long-handled scrub brushes, and a broom and dust pan. Many of these things cost a gazillion dollars.
Your bird will need to see a veterinarian. Not just any vet will do, either. He should see an avian specialist. Your friend needs check ups just like any other pet, even if he is not ill. The cost is several gazillion dollars.
Some of the extras you might want to consider getting for you parrot include a shower perch, a birdie bed, and some plastic containers with snap on lids to hold his smaller toys and food. Seriously consider getting your bird his own TV and DVD player. Birds are like toddlers and love watching cartoons. Many people purchase bird sitter videos for their birds to enjoy as well. The cost of these things is a gazillion dollars.
Good luck with your "bargain." I hope you thoroughly enjoy him. You are in for quite a ride.