Same here Amanda, I'm shopping for a longarm.
Last month I went to Cody, WY (Friends & Company quilt shop) and took a 3 hour class on their HandiQuilters - the Avante and Infinity models. They require that you take the class before you can rent time on the machines, but I took the class because I think I want to buy an HQ, and they are the closest dealer. They offered a good sale price, lots of training, and free delivery/set-up. I live over 100 miles from Cody. I was very impressed with the machines - the use of it along with their support and warranty, but am still undecided cuz it's so much $$$.
Wish I could go to Utah with you :0/.