Newbie, multifamily or single family in Texas?

[Chance Bostick]

Hey guys, I've been on biggerpockets for awhile now, but 99% of that time, I was living in Los Angeles and was nowhere close to being able to afford real estate.  I've moved back home to Central Texas in a small town called Belton.  I'm very interested in house hacking a multifamily, but so far there don't appear to be a whole lot of multi families in this area.  The ones that are here are brand new, on newly developed land and not for sale.

Any advice on what I should do?  Should I branch out farther or try and save up for a single family home?  

[Jim Cummings]

@Chance Bostick. Don't know how long you been back home in Belton, but one of the things I've always counseled Buyers on is to "Be Ready - But Be Patient". 

Meaning, have all your Ducks lined up, (Loan Pre-Approval, etc) so you can make an Offer quickly, but also know if your looking in the right area & right price range - the market will deliver - eventually! 

Depending upon your job situation & location - Temple might also be a viable option.