RE: affordable beginner bow
The possibilities are endless. Before you even consider a brand, decide what your spending limit is. Without knowing that, you'll fall into the quagmire that is the endless choice of bows.
After that, do some research. Look at different companies and their bows. Learn basic terminology, brace height, axle to axle, things such as that. From there, you may be able to get a GENERAL idea of what you would look for. Then, go to your local pro shop and shoot every bow in the store that fits your price range. The one you want will be evident after shooting them.