Thanks for the solid advice! To clarify, I really wasn't planning on buying anything until training was done and this is all in the spirit of "getting ahead of myself". Certainly do appreciate the views, all of which are really good to hear.
Long time lurker, first time poster. Let me set this up---and apologies in advance for the length.
The reason I've been lurking for many years is I've always wanted to get my PPL. We are very fiscally conservative with two growing kids and a strong desire to retire as early as possible and...