Any dealer that is trying to push a machine that is way over your price range, you need to avoid. They are more interested in a sale, not matching you with the right product to meet your needs. I am a Bernina lover, but I tell people to check out the Brother machines. Go to a dealer with good customer service. Stay away from the walmart Brothers. Regardless of the brand, find one with customer service, and you are comfortable with that person. Customer service is half the quality of the machine. Remember, "You get what you pay for."