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Welcome to the hobby!
The advice outlined above is very good (in my opinion). I'll expand a bit on encouraging a first visit to an Astro Club. Many offer newly interested folks "loaner scopes" (sometimes free sometimes with nominal rental fee).
For someone undecided it is a great way to try a scope (or 2 or 3) out before you buy...
Similarly, I'm sure (once the rain goes away) that there will be other IIS Members in your area who would love to have you head out with them for a look through their scopes.
Try and look through as many scopes as you can before you spend your money. I've found fellow enthusiasts happy to let interested folks ask questions about their gear and run them through the pros and cons.
Good Luck and Clear Skies!
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