New in real estatement in California and where do I start?

[Martina Su]

Hi there, my husband and I are starting out with real estate investment. We live in Northern California and are overwhelmed with where to begin

Ideally we want to invest for cash flow and appreciation but with the crazy housing price here our option is limited. I am not yet comfortable investing out of state. We are open to try out Sacramento which is about 150 miles away or Southern California since we are familiar with the area.

Any advice? I am open to connect with realtors on this forum if there’s any specializing in the second or third properties for the buyers

Thanks a bunch