The new Juki Virtuoso is coming out in January. It has an 18x10 throat space, stitch regulator, good lighting etc. The frame is really nice too, with the extra take up bar so you don't have to adjust the quilt as you roll it. My dealer said it will be 12500 with a computerized system. Unfortunately, I can't remember how much of the cost is the computer and how much is the machine, but it's probably comparable with the Homesteader. I know it's more than the amount you wanted to spend though, so it might not work for you either.
I hope you find the right machine for you!