I know this goes against what most say, but I endorse self learning and RTF's if you are on a budget. For starting, I really don't like the entire Hobbyzone line of planes, especially those without elevator/pitch control. They porpoise and have trouble being controlled. A Parkzone Cub is the way to go; not too expensive, r/e/t control with a pretty good 3-ch radio, and flies very well. It also self-corrects to a degree. You can get it just about anywhere for $159.99, everything is included, even a peak-detect charger, lots better than the timed ones.
Just my 2 cents.