Evansville, In- looking to buy first rental

Hello, I'm looking to invest in my first property within the year in Evansville, In. I attended school there and know the area fairly well. Have been researching areas and I think I'm going with Evansville. I am interested in talking with anyone you may know who got the ball rolling. I am a licensed agent in California and also work for a property management company, but still a newbie. All advice is welcome. Right now I have about 5k to put down and am saving about 1k or a little more each month. I would love to buy 2-4 units.  Will possibly be able to move in and that would help my financing options, but currently located in San Diego. so might have to bite the bullet and do 20%. Where to start first?