Welcome to the right place. You're making the right first step by reading the forums and learning all you can before getting your first snake. Be sure you are ready to commit for the long haul. Great thing about snakes is they are very low maintenance pets. Feed, clean habitats, handle with care, change water that's about it. Feel free to ask questions, there are lots of knowledgable people here. I never thought I'd get a snake but now I'm the proud parent of 2 hoping for a 3rd soon. Good luck in your search friend.