A couple quick suggestions:
1) Buy used. There are a TON for great Yamahas out there on CL and eBay. No reason to buy new. Many people get these as gifts, or buy them with the intention of learning to play and never do. I've purchased ten year old Yamahas that have never been out of the case. Recommendation: Buy an FG-730 for about $150.00 used vs $300.00 new.
2) Buy Sweetwater vs Amazon. In CA, where I live, we pay nearly 10% state sales. And we have to pay that every time we order something on Amazon. Sweetwater (I have no affiliation) charges no sales tax and gives free shipping. They'll have almost everything you need, especially if you're thinking Yamaha.
Wonderful guitars, wonderful company. Can't go wrong.
Good Luck!
Scott
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