Highly suggest coming out to some of the local chicago IN-PERSON meetups! 

Are there still deals to be found by a new solo investor in LA?  It seems most off market deals I've found have been from larger acquisition groups.  Is it true that marketing and advertising to find motivated sellers...

The best next step is to define your investment goals—whether it's house hacking, long-term rentals, or flips—and start networking with local investors in Houston.

Just because someone has experience doesn't mean that a local meetup would not be helpful.

You may want to network with other investors locally through your real estate investment club.

By capping the taxable value increases for homestead properties, local governments may need to compensate for the lost revenue by increasing taxes on other types of properties, such as commercial buildings and rental properties.

Quote from @Dawn Roy: Great question Austin,I have found the best way is to network with local investor groups. 

Local credit unions are good for LOC's as well as other local lenders.2.

Quote from @Andrew Rodriguez: I will be speaking to a local one tomorrow morning and then go from there.  

Since you’re focused on buy & hold multiplexes, consider networking with local investors, refining your underwriting skills, and researching markets with strong cash flow and appreciation potential.