So, I've been looking through the building "type" strategies for beginners & a few other things that caught my attention... Now given if you're somewhat familiar with these types of games & the fact you're willing to spend RL money on the game here (somewhat)....
At what point is it.... :

1). A good idea to get a moon ASAP or colonize a planet ASAP? (Given you can supply the resources of course.)

2). If colonization is better, then.... :
a). When is a good time to get a moon?
b). Should the 1st planet "colonized" be in a near by system or galaxy?

1. Get a moon as soon as you can by either
A. Have a friend attack you repeatedly while you destroy the attacking fleet.
B. Get lucky when someone attacks you.
C. Buy a moon with Zorg Rubies.

2.
A. Refer to number 1.
B. Up to you. It would help to get each planet going, because you could exchange res from the two planets quickly, and combine the res to build buildings, research, or fleet.

Sweet, very helpful! Thank you!