The locations in preference are Hazelton P.A. and Mountain Top P.A.  

I have enough cash to buy a deal in the ~$200,000 range (as well as a small amount of regular dividend income) but would prefer not to use all my capital on one deal.

@John Paul I would suggest looking into online bank savings accounts (I prefer Synchrony and Ally). 

Last time a Tenant left in the other unit I gave them $100 each to find a new roommate and in a week they got one (individual leases per bedroom).

preferably a contractor or an experienced investor to help you size up how much $$$ the "little" repairs may cost.then use the rental tool here or a spreadsheet and plug in the numbers to make sure it cashflows after deducting expenses, insurance, taxes, property management and capex.  

I know LA can be a tricky market, so it would be great if this agent has experience investing in their own properties as well.Additionally, I would love to connect with other like-minded individuals in the LA area as well.

I am completely ecstatic about meeting like minded individuals! 

Or would a buy and hold be better (my personal preference, if the deal is right)?

Taxes are still high from the Kwame days and individual income has not risen. 

Invest in Single-Family or Multi-Family (preferred) properties with a minimum of 10-12% ROI w/ no more than 20% Down-Payment and a target income of $150 per door @ 100% financing (used for conservative calculations). 2.