I am so glad that I asked here! Eleanor Burns' site sells EQ with an unadvertised $50 Internet rebate and I wouldn't have known to look there without y'all. I have found a site that sells the Go! With a basic set of dies for $199 but I also know a local shop that has the same deal once in a while and will allow me my 15% teacher discount even on Accuquilt products and sale items!
So basically, if I can be patient (not my strong suit!) I can get one from DH for a late birthday present and the other for myself once my late start class starts paying!
Yaaay! Thank you all for your help, insight, and birthday hugs & wishes!