The best advice I can give you is go with a quality set to begin with. I started cheap and it's just not worth it 
Consider the size layout you'll be working with and get the largest radius turns you can... the sight of your trains going around a large, gradual bend as aposed to a sharp, tight bend is just unreal. They look soooooooooooooooooooo much better on larger radius.
And get a few quality books to read and learn from some veterens :thumbsup:
Best of luck :thumbsup:
Consider the size layout you'll be working with and get the largest radius turns you can... the sight of your trains going around a large, gradual bend as aposed to a sharp, tight bend is just unreal. They look soooooooooooooooooooo much better on larger radius.
And get a few quality books to read and learn from some veterens :thumbsup:
Best of luck :thumbsup: