I’m definitely looking into areas where it’s always a first pick for expats by default.

for me, the ones that cashflow the most are the ones that I bought with 3% long term debt, they were new (low maintenance) and they are in high appreciating areas(just a bonus but does not impact cashflow).

If an attorney needs to get involved i currently don't have one, can anyone recommend one in the Houston area if need be? 

Generally speaking, have any of you invested in this area and been successful?

I am looking in the greater Austin area, with plans of securing a job and house-hacking a quadplex or triplex.

Wenatchee area hands down. 

Go out to AirBNB and VRBO and check the area where you are looking.

By investing in a high-quality $109,106 renovation, we modernized the home, improved curb appeal, and upgraded key areas like the kitchen and bathrooms.

Quote from @Jeremy Torres: there’s a 4 plex for sale in my area for $386k I’m wondering if that’s a good price?

Just would like to start building relationships with people In the Phoenix area as well.