Buy the best you can afford!!!! I have a Bernina. If you are buying an expensive machine take the classes they are helpful and let you learn about your machine better. Also if you buy from a dealer it is best but pick one near you. I do not like to buy machines at Walmart, JoAnns they do not offer any help if you are in a jam. Now some JoAnns have a Viking dealer and that is also a good machine. Shop before you drop any $$$$$. :wink:
This is a long term investment like a car. It will last for years and give you many years of enjoyment :D :D