If we are losing money every year, but do plan on holding on to it long term, with our goal being appreciation of the market and someone else paying a good chunk of our mortgage, is this worth doing on any level? 

would love to connect. best of luck on your journey

There are experienced PM's on here such as myself willing to coach and give advice. 

What do people use to do so, especially anyone on Central Ohio? 

Buyers don't look for financing and its foreign so they don't jump on a forsale listing on zillow.I've had the best (only) luck with zillow rental adds,   starting with the pitch;  rent to own, live in a great home while you pay off owning it. 

It sounds like you've absorbed a bunch of problems already and a new sewer line and the current basement situation will cost you way less than the $50K in fees to sell it. 

Can you speak on how you source granite slabs cost effectively?

Unfortunately, I think you should eat the cost on this.If you have a door that can lock, you should provide the key.

Software is a common question on BiggerPockets.

The price of the investment and the return on capital is AMAZING!!!