Hiring a Leasing Agent instead of a PM (Ohio requirements?)

[Jeremy Janszen]

I'm an investor in Ohio, buying/renting typically SFHs and I'm starting to consider shifting some of the day-to-day work off my plate to focus on finding more deals/investors/etc.  I do not want to hire a property management company at this point, but rather hire an individual to help manage some of the non-contractual and non-money/rent aspects of the business (specifically:  showings, repair calls, tracking bills, tenant questions, etc.).  I would still sign all leases and collect all rents.  Can I hire a "leasing agent" (or something similar) on some sort of non-salaried terms without them being required to have their real estate license and/or be part of a brokerage, etc., etc.?   Much thanks for any Ohio investors who have first hand knowledge.

[Marc Cunningham]

If your "hired" leasing agent made a discriminatory or illegal comment or action; YOU would be liable. That is just one reason you want to work with a Property Manager who knows HUD guidelines as it relates to leasing and fair housing.