If you need more guidance, feel free to DM me, and I’ll help point you in the right direction!

I've asked a couple questions in the slack so far and have had almost immediate responses from very experienced members.  

Quote from @Havital Miltz: Normally you would set the LLC in the state where the property is.You have no tax benefits for setting up an LLC, it is more a protection from lawsuits and going after your personal assets, however not a guarantee....As a husband and wife you do not need to set up a partnership - IRS has special considerations for married couples for self employment, you could also apply that for a rental...Hope that helpsA joint venture is available to any 2 people co-owning real estate for investment purpose as tenant in common  under Proc. 2002-22 (unrelated to marriage) but it can't be owned in an LLC together. 

Only a couple deals under the belt, but would love to connect.

And if I sell I'm thinking... yes, either pick up a couple STR's or a multi family with 1031.

There are a couple in the direct neighborhood I can find on various sites.

Can anyone help me figure out the right metrics I should be analyzing?

I’m in Ohio, so I can purchase a property with $40k cash out, invest $10k in repairs, and rent for a couple hundred above the monthly operating costs.

Property managers and agents can be really helpful as well as they’ll give you insight into the market and could have some opportunities for you down the road.In the meantime, try researching the areas you're interested in.

Just closed on a couple of properties a week or so ago.