Where Do I get started?

Hey guys, I really want to get into model building but I have no idea where to start and I have no idea of the costs involed in this hobbie. Anyone want to give me a run down of where to start and what kind of things I need to do to have a sucessful model. Thanks.

-Evan

Make sure you check out the article at the top labeled "Getting Started in the Hobby." Be warned... you miss your money, free time and sanity... :p