Help finding first rental in Virginia

[Joe Ko]

Hi there 

I'm looking to start REI journey. I'm looking for my first investment and totally lost and discouraged.

I live in Northern Virginia. I can't find ap TH or SFH that's under 250k. For 150k and under can buy a house in a sketchy areas in Baltimore or Richmond.

I see posts on bigger pockets investors buying duplexes or SFH under 100k all the time. I don't know how people find those.

I need some guidance, how can I find a house reasonably priced. Or do I need to consider investing out of state?

thanks