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I would say, take a deeper look into the care sheets on the snakes you haven't done as much research on!
I think that, if by now you are sold on a snake, that might be it.
I personally only have a corn snake and a ball python, and I don't know much about the other ones you have listed. Based on what I've read though, the only one of those snakes you've mentioned that would be a really good "starter snake" would be a ball python...
I have heard of carpet pythons being alright as well, but not as much of a "beginner", if that makes sense?
Hopefully someone else can give you better info/opinions on that though!
I think that you should definitely do a TONNE of research before getting any snake, and be prepared to invest in money right off the bat - after the initial start up cost they are pretty inexpensive (well, if you only have ONE or a couple, anyways)! Price-wise, the cheapest one you could get would be a young normal male ball python - I was recently at a show and someone had them for $10. I know they can go for less than $50 most times. You can of course get some really fancy ones as well, but the more sought after snake, the higher the price (which would take up your whole budget). Definitely take a look on Kijiji (or if you are in the US, Craig's List) for deals on cages/vives. I would personally never get a snake from there though. Definitely check out some reputable breeders 
I personally also think you should go for one that you love but like I said, really really do you research and fully know what you are getting into. I wouldn't suggest a snake not for beginners if it is your first, but I can understand it at the same time!
Best of luck with whatever you decide!
Don't let anyone, ever, make you feel like you don't deserve what you want. - Heath Ledger
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