Dang, which airport and what kind of hangar? Thirty bucks a month? So basically free......because t-hangars can be $720 more per month in parts of the sunshine state.

Even if we're talking bulk storage........$30/mo is dirt cheap.

I'll agree with a previous post, a Mooney is a great option as it's complex (good for CPL) and efficient. Insurance/MX will be higher because it has a bunch of moving parts (gear/prop).

A PA22 tripacer would be a cheap way to go for PPL.

You can demonstrate complex aircraft proficiency for CPL in a light twin, then perform all of the single engine CPL maneuvers in a fixed gear/fixed pitch aircraft. If you buy a single engine non-complex airplane, this could be the avenue you take. How you get the money for ME training would be another story.

Thread creep: If I had my way everyone would solo in a glider first, then move on to power planes. Throw in an aerobatics course and a tailwheel endorsement somewhere between private and commercial.

Good luck Tyler, no matter what you decide to do.