[quote name='AnimatedSnow47']I'm considering getting a tablet, and would like to spend less than $250 if possible. Any kind that's a generally good kind is fine, but I would especially like one I could load my own video/audio files onto. Any suggestions? Thanks in advance![/QUOTE]
You can get a manufacturer recertified Nook Color for $150 with free shipping on eBay, directly from the Barnes & Noble warehouse. They're in like new condition and come with a one year warranty no different than buying a brand new one.
Once rooted (simple process, there's guides everywhere online), it makes a nice 7" tablet with a beautiful screen. You have the option of rooting the actual device or you can run Android off of the microSD card while leaving the Nook factory software intact and able to be accessed whenever you remove the microSD card.
You could pick up a 16GB Class 10 microSD card from NewEgg and a protective case from eBay, and still keep the total amount spent under $200.
The processor isn't as fast as the newer tablets out there, but I have had absolutely zero problems with lag browsing the internet (15+ tabs in Dolphin Browser HD without issues), games (Angry Birds, etc.), image/pdf/comic viewing, or watching YouTube videos. My girlfriend uses hers as mainly an e-reader and loves the fact that being rooted allows her to have the Kindle App installed, so she can buy books from whoever has it cheaper (B&N or Amazon).
It does require a little legwork, but it's a good deal if you don't mind it.