Multi-families in Tempe/Mesa Area

[Andrea Tomlin]

Hi Everyone!

I'm new to Bigger Pockets, so I'm very excited to join the community! I want to get started in real estate investing by buying a duplex as my first place of residence. However, I've noticed that multifamily market in Tempe is quite expensive, and scarce at that. Originally, I wanted to stay in the Tempe area, but now I'm thinking about researching the Mesa and Chandler areas to find properties that are less expensive. I'm still pretty young and have around 5K saved up so far.  

For those with experience, how did you find your deal on your first multi family? Did you find it through researching online, a real estate agent, or by knowing a fellow investor?