I think that I'm going to have them buy everything as Equipment (excluding mundanities such as rope, clothing, rations, etc., which would be free, and magical or exceptional items, which would be purchased as Devices). They can use their Wealth Ratings for consumable goods and the occasional service rendered.

Is this acceptable, or do you think my players will complain that they aren't being financially compensated for their actions? I figure that if I reward them with two or so PP per completed chapter in the story, they should be able to update their characters rather well, including new and better equipment.

Your thoughts?