quiltingnewbie - If you don't want embroidery, check out the Brother
Melody. It comes with everything for quilting and regular sewing. It's on sale for just under 1K for Memorial Day. It has an automatic threader (love it!), cutter, needle up/down, 1/4" accessories, and tons of decorative stitches.
You could also go to the dealer and get a used machine in your price range. Often they are traded in to buy a step up machine, and you can get some really good deals.
Good luck on your decision and let us know what you end up with.