If house hacking isn't the best option for me, how would you recommend starting out to build up some investments.

You can set up an LLC in whatever state you want. 

Over the weekend she packed up and moved out - no heads up, no communication, no complaints.

I almost gave up on real estate investing before I even started.When I first considered investing in real estate, I was drowning in paralysis of analysis.

I have a personal sign-up link, so if you decide to make the switch, use my link!

I have a pretty large capital ready to step into this game,I am in big conflicts either choosing Ohio(Cincinnati/Dayton) or Texas(Houston) for BRRRR method, I read a lot about Ohio, only positive stuff.

its just another method of flipping a contract..   

The bottom line is that there is a very small positive financial gain resulting from utilizing this method.  

Does he earn a preferred return for putting up all the capital?)

Call them and ask to talk to someone as you are looking to buy and set up a relationship.