Hey Everybody,
Thanks for the great advice. I should clarify. I'm not afraid of doing repairs. I'm just afraid of expensive repairs. :) I'll look more seriously into a class C or a fifth wheel, but I'm pretty set on a class A for now.
From what I've seen here, I think I might look for something closer to $15k and leave myself some more wiggle room for repairs.
I appreciate the warnings about water damage and tires. I've heard some horror stories about both.
I should clarify that in the first year or so of owning the rv, my girlfriend and I won't travel all that much.
We do plan on waiting until late fall/early winter to buy an rv. I'm just trying to do enough research before I make a big purchase.
Thank you all again for your help and advice. :)