I am from California and I am looking to get into the local multifamily market.

:) G'Day Zair,Just commented the same to another fellow looking to do something similar to what you are.I think that BRRRR from out of state is very risky business.If I was you, I'd continue immersing myself in everything and anything real estate related.Come back home to the US and start in your local market.Using leverage should only be reserved once you already know what you are doing and you have experienced the income/expenses over a few year period.I've always believe that "Cash is King, Cashflow is Queen and Finance is the Peasant" lolIn your local market or a market of your choosing you can buy, fix and flip or buy, fix and refinance.But I suggest you buy, fix and flip until you have enough cash reserves to buy, fix and hold without it affecting your cash position for future deals.Build a strong foundation without leverage and only then start looking to refinance or finance.30-50% of your portfolio should be un-leveraged.It's a slow process but all good things take time.Just my opinion and wishing you much success

Many locals have adopted policy to allow these units if they meet code that’s been adopted to make them viable.  

I believe you can search here or on other local to you sites, for a local Roofer that does small repairs. 

It's essential to familiarize yourself with the local landlord-tenant laws and work with a reputable property management company to ensure smooth operations.Short-Term Rental Laws: Philadelphia has regulations on short-term rentals, but it is still possible to operate Airbnb and similar platforms within the legal framework.

I am currently on the market looking for deals locally and out of state in OH. 

@Angela Levy This is a pretty delicate question for which you should contact a local attorney who specializes in tax deeds.If the property is vacant, there is a school of thought that says you can take limited actions to secure the property (like boarding it up, removing a fallen tree, or mowing the lawn). 

*Hibid.com is online local auctions that you can bit on and then drive to pick up your purchases.

For years we had a local chattel lender who took on higher risk loans for those without the large down, not super high credit, and on older homes.

However, I wanted to start meeting and networking with the local Real Estate Investment community.