You should find a ~2,000 sqft SFH with an ideal layout to split into a duplex! 

I’m going over the strategies and trying to figure it which one would best fit me and allow me to enter the investment world with minimum risks.

If you quality, this would be great fit.

Speak to a few and see who is the best fit for you and your husband.Good luck with your search!

Ideally, I would want a property management company to manage the property as I am busy with work.I was wondering what you thought about investment properties in Bakersfield.

Save up and continue investing in multifamily homes.Does this sound ideal ?

It is just a question of whether the numbers and market fit your goals.  

I'll call you when I see something that fits your criteria.

@Dylan McCabe probably not an ideal investment if you intend on cash flowing and growing your wealth.

Understand A/B/C class neighborhoods and what we want to invest inCheck safety/crime, schools, things to doCheck if state is landlord friendly or tenant friendlyCheck regulations within each stateCheck if properties fit 1% rule and run analysis on numbersNarrow to 2-3 markets.