Welcome to the forum, oreoshake! Excellent name, btw.
My only advice on those two brands would be to go and audition those speakers, assuming that you have that option. People have widely varying opinions on different speakers because our tastes are different, so it's important to hear them for yourself. When I was buying speakers ten years ago, I had heard great things about Paradigm. However, when I auditioned them, I couldn't stand them. So, I'm glad that I didn't buy a brand based only on reputation. That doesn't mean that they aren't great speakers...just that they aren't my preference.
Do you have the option to also try out internet-direct companies where you live? The one that comes to mind for me is Aperion Audio because they offer a 30-day no-risk trial period in which they will pay shipping both ways if you return them. Nothing to lose, and they get good reviews. There are several other good choices, too, that might cost a small shipping fee - such as Axiom.
