I saw in Des Moines last weekend a Muddy Outfitter Lite stand for $90. Then go to Menards or Theissen's and get two or three sets of sticks ($35-40 ea) and you have to sets as long as you are good at getting stand up and down efficiently. I would also suggest getting the quick attach system offered by muddy when you get a little more more so it is easy to attach your stand to every set you have prehung. You can then just buy ladder sticks and quick attaches according to how many sets you want. I say put money in the stand so it doesn't make noise and so you don't have to leave serious money out unattended. It takes a bit more time but it's five minutes. The slight inconvenience is totally worth it in my mind. Good luck!