Over time, you’ll also have the option to raise rent to further improve cash flow.House hacking is an incredible way to learn, build equity, and set yourself up for future opportunities, it's how I started as well and it was the best decision I've made! 

It allowed you to get into the property, start building appreciation, lower your monthly expenses, and learn more about buying property.

If I receive anything back, I'm considering it a win.I've learned a lot about investing RE syndication deals over the past three years and have refined my criteria for investing.  

I implore you to do one of two things...1) find a partner that's been there, done that, and bought the tee-shirt so you can learn the ropes with someone who knows the pitfalls or, 2) start with a single-family or duplex with the guidance of someone that knows what they are doing.

I am 20 years old and for the last 5 months I have been learning hard money lending and I am diving into the real estate community to meet new people and learn.

Great place to learn and connect with like minded individuals.

I need to learn more about the dsts including tax ramifications, depreciation and finally liquidity.

Yes there are some state specific languages but its rare on how they dictate JV's.

@Adam RossRecommend exploring as many sources as possible to get referrals AND cross-reference them to get as much accurate information as possible.Check out NARPM.com, BP’s Property Manager Finder (BiggerPockets: The Real Estate Investing Social Network), etc.Also, encourage you to learn from the mistakes of others - by reading posts here on BiggerPockets about owners not having their expectations met by their current Property Management Company.

Either way, start networking with local real estate groups and agents, they’ll help you learn the Cleveland market better.