RV Newb In Need of Advice

I think you should go to a show in your area. Look around and see what's out there. You can get some good general ideas about what you want. Leave a couple of salesmen your contact info in case they take in a nice trade. Your budget will dictate used but that works much to your advantage. You don't really even know if you'll like rv-ing. I've seen it happen many times, drop a big wad of cash to find out they hate the lifestyle or floor plan or towing or a myriad of other reasons. Good luck and have fun shopping!