From my experience in buying and selling multi family in other hot markets around the country, the key becomes trust with as many brokers as possible who will call you when they have a deal before one of their other investors.Good Luck man, don't hesitate to reach out with any other questions.Best,

Why the heck are you even hesitating?!"

I am able to pay market rates with no hassle but hesitant to retain someone because I don't anyone in the local market.  

I could see how knowledge of the market as a property manager could be a good skill in negotiating an acquisition but I’m a little hesitant to have a jack of all trades wear both hats and try to do both well. 

But I'm still hesitant. 100,000 is a lot of money to invest and possibly lose.

Zillow makes you sign a 6 month contract, and I was a bit hesitant to commit to $18,000 for 6 months worth of advertising.

CA is a tough state right now so if you're seeing a lot of hesitancy on here, it's likely warranted.With that amount of capital, I would continue to rent for now.

I would be more than happy to provide any additional assistance you need, so please don’t hesitate to reach out! 

I am hesitant to buy at my new duty station, partly because of the costly mistake of buying at my first duty station, but I do think I have a better grasp of what to look for moving forward. 

Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you need some help or simply have any questions along the way.