The best way to purchase a new sewing machine is to go to various dealers and try out the machines. Just as important, try out the dealers. Are the dealers helpful? Is the store clean? Do they do their own servicing of their machines or are sent to someone off site? Does the dealer listen to you or are they only interested in selling you their most expensive machine? Whatever dealer you buy from, that is the dealer you will be having to deal with in the future. Make sure that the dealer is someone that you feel comfortable with. Good Luck!