Hey Drew, like you I have just got into this with a going for a new scope, I have just purchased a 10" collapsible Skywwatcher Dob, unfortunately I don't have the restraint you have and been on a bit of a spending rampage, loving my purchases so far.
I also considered the Goto option but decided for my first real scope that I would not worry about it for now and spend the money on other accessories like a light shroud (I think having a shroud is definitely worth it), eyepieces, collimator etc.
Of course as legend goes, when you buy a new scope it comes with a complimentary week of cloudy nights, I assembled my Dob and literally it started to rain within 10 minutes.
End of financial sales are on at the moment with the major online telescope shops and it appears I got the 10" Dob at what appears to be a good price, just sayin!
Good luck and enjoy whatever way you go.