you can look up the Steel City Reptile Expo http://steelcityreptileexpo.com/ at these shows you'll be able to pick out your dream snake from a number of local breeders

things to look out for other than scale rot, are respiratory infections and mites. You can usually pick up a can of prevent-a-mite at these reptile shows for around $15-20. RI is basically the common cold for your snake and can be bacterial, fungal, or viral so it would also be a good idea to find a good herp vet before you get your snake

http://arav.allenpress.com/arav/findavet is a good site to find a reptile vet in or around your area listed by state

and lastly many others here will be able to help with just about anything. Just be sure to post pictures of your new snake when you get him. (some might say its mandatory)