Moving to Vallejo - N. California - Market?

[Carly M.]

Hello! 

My husband and I may be leaving Idaho for Northern California. He'll be going to Cal Maritime for 4 years, located in Vallejo, CA. We are just getting into real estate investing here in Idaho. And are looking in buying a multi family while we are there for 4 years in to live in to bring in some passive income. 

We've never been there (heading there in April to check it out) and don't know that market / area at all. We will be moving there in August 2016.

Here are my questions: 

- What are good / safe areas around Vallejo? From what I've looked up it seems like crime rates are high. 

- Is it worth investing in this market? from what I've heard CA. market is inflated. Or would it be better to rent? If so what areas? 

- Any suggestions for realtors in the area that are well versed in investment real estate? 

- Any tips at all would be helpful. 

Thanks! 

Carly