When I first started I took squire too, she is great for starters. I got it for 2 years but started just half year ago to play metal...I bought now Gibson epiphone les paul...
But I want to buy later Gibson SG standard.
I recommand you to buy the Squier pack with the amp and all the other stuff...
BTW you know wich amp should I buy for my band? We practice alot and I need a good amp...how many watts should buy? and wich one do you all have?