Think about this...an African Grey parrot is like having a 3 year old ADHD child armed with a chainsaw - for 50 years. you have to cook for them, pay attention to them every day (forget vacations), clean up after them, and watch your language around them since they always learn the cuss that just slipped out one time. If this doesn't deter you, and you feel you can make such a long term commitment, you shouldn't have to buy one. Lots of people have made the same mistake you may be making, and have had to give up their birds to rescue organizations. These rescues will usually give a bird to a good home for free, or for a small fee. You can find rescues near you with Google. Remember, though, the "free" bird will require a $300-500 cage, $20-50 worth of toys each month, and an equal amount of pellets. Replacement cost of furniture, wall and window moldings, wall paper and occasional emergency room visits (some for you to have bites closed, some for the bird, since they do get sick) will vary depending on how expensive your valuables are.
