ive been doing a lot of research on snakes lately and i really like red tail boas. i know basic care and there size but i have a few questions about them i am new to snakes so bear with me

1. are they good for a first snake owner?

2. pricing for hatchlings and good breeders to find them?

3. i have 40 gallon tank and i was wondering how long i could keep it in there?

4. this is of topic but are ball pythons really that bad of trouble eaters as everyone says they are?

im not looking to get one anytime soon but id like to know as much as possible before i get one and id like to explore my options

thanks in advance!