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If you're a Mom who casually shoots kid sessions primarily and maybe does other paid work occasionally, the D600 might be ok for you. Otherwise, its limitations will likely irritate the crap out of you. Nikon intentionally gimped many of its features so they wouldn't cannibalize their D800 sales. The 1/4000 shutter limit is a hair-pulling booger of a gimping. The AF module isn't pro-grade. The build quality is also quite sub-par for a regular pro-use camera. Way too much plastic.
Obviously, either way you'll be able to make great images. But I think you're overestimating the value of buying new. The pro grade bodies are designed to take regular abuse and rarely complain, plus they hold their resale value much better than the lesser bodies. The D3 is 4 years old and it still sells around $2k for a mint model.
Good luck with your decision!
I respectfully disagree. Based on your (OP's) needs as stated, I think the D600 will be a perfect camera for you and your ventures. Good luck and enjoy the heck out of it. It's a great camera.