RE: prop jet for beginner
You can also add F4 and A4 from VMAR to the list but I think I will probably avoid these. I didn't even mention these earlier because I really never considered them. These are expensive at $299 and $249 respectively.
Anyways, I appreciated the advice. I think I will pursue the Lanier F4 with a Thunder Tiger Pro.46. With the deals Tower has going on right now, I can pick both up pretty reasonably priced.