Canadian novoice investor looking to invest in US

[Bhakti Kshirsagar]

We are in our late thirties. My husband and I are slowing beginning to explore the REI options. We are from Vancouver and prices are crazy overall compared to few neighbourhoods in US. We have about 30K for a down payment and looking for a multi-family, cash flow positive deal. Where should we start? Given we are definitely going to need a good and reliable PM team, is that the first thing we should finalize? If yes, how? Thanks in advance for your inputs. Sorry if my questions sound too basic but this is because it's going to be our first rental property.