But keep in mind, the top of their list is going to be people that they’ve worked with in the past and probably closed deals with.

(YAY - I love people becoming biz owners).   

I'm actively looking for PM in Cincinnati area.

Some people need 2% above the borrowing cost (8% cost of hELOC you gotta then make 10% + etc) and others will want to double their cost of capital or 200% so it depends.Everyone's going to give you their anecdotal experience or what their preferences are so its good to hear it all and determine your own.

Would love to connect with people who can give me advice on what to look for or where to study for starting out.

What would people recommend I pursue, commercial or residential broker? 

It's coming up on Christmas and people are busy.

Your biggest resource will be from people.

And partner with people you trust & have done it here in Kyle before - by far the most important tip I can give.

Especially when there was far wealthier people than me spectating my journey, and probably highly successful and well to do  people here reading this.