I'm new to shopping for furniture, and I'm still in the researching phase. I've gotten close to picking up some stuff on craigslist but whenever I research the pieces, I end up feeling like it's a waste of money. I'm just looking for some living room pieces at the moment, but I'd rather spend my money on something decent than having to buy something else later on. Where should I begin? I'm in Upstate, NY if that makes a difference.