Hey @Sam Manoo
I live in Pasadena. I have 2 SFH rentals in Indy. I discovered Indy mostly by accident. After a few trips, a city tour, driving around and seeing a lot of properties, I now feel like I have a handle on repeating the process in buying more.
It was a process of going through it myself and learning what was right and wrong for me. I received trusted referrals from trusted sources. Some did not always pan out and some did. I learned so much from that first purchase that my second one went smooth all due to having a better team in place.
I would say to pick one market using the logic and strategy you feel is comfortable for you. Then through BP, sign up as a buyer with a bunch of wholesalers in that market. Analyze the deals from home. When you can identify one or two wholesalers that have the most deals that fit your needs, plan a visit. Call up the wholesaler(s) and ask if they can fill your visit with viewings. While you are there, ask about the neighborhoods etc...
It took me about 3 trips to Indy and 2 failed deals before I got my first one. I don't regret the failures at all. If you want to meet up to talk more, let me know?