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Lots of advice and information here and from what I can tell, good advice and information. I've got nothing to add as far as ammo goes, but would like to share a few thoughts about responding to a home invasion. I say thoughts because I have no particular qualifications to back up my reasoning. I'm sure that if I go too far astray here more knowledgable members will weigh in.
It seems to me that an encounter in the home gives us some opportunities to control factors that we could not control in another location. I'm happy to see that you've already given thought as to where a bullet may go after exiting or missing the bad guy. In my book you're already showing a remarkable amount of thought and responsibility for a "newbie." Here are some other things you might consider.
Where are the most likely entry points for an intruder. Is there a way you can channel such a person to a location you prefer with locked interior doors or other barriers?
How will the lighting impact confrontation with an intruder. Again, if you have entry points that are more likely than others, place a light that will shine on the intruder while leaving you in the dark. I have one at the top of my stairs shining down the stairwell while leaving the landing in the dark. If they come that way, they'll be blinded while I can see them plainly. If I decide to go down the stairs, I can turn the light off before I pass it.
If you have a likely confrontation location with something behind it such as a bedroom, can you help beef up barriers with a linen cabinet or other heavy furniture? I'm not suggesting that you push a dresser in place then start blasting away in the direction of your children's bed room. But preparation before the confrontation might increase your safe shooting areas and directions.
Lastly I bought a security system with 4 cameras that I can access in my phone, tablet, or computer. The phone is always on a charger right next to my pistols on the night stand next to my bed at night. It was only $450. That feels like a heck of a bargain when something goes bump in the night and I can check key parts of the house right from my bed.