Would love to connect and be a resource to you anyway that I can - I'm a realtor, and investor in the area and have some tips & tricks you can implement into your business and see if it helps! 

There's no step by step guide but there are key things : Learn: RE strategies, what interests you, what do people in your area need.Connect: find a mentor, accountability group and be around those doing what you want to do.Help: solve problems- do people need dealflow, property mgmt, construction expertise, etc. 

@Frank Mongiello is a great resource for a real estate agent in Central Florida and South Florida.

Clearly identify what you want to achieve in real estate and use that as a guiding force throughout your journey.

I have been reading the online resources about getting started, searching the market, and even doing tours, but I am hesitant to jump in and buy a house as I have quite a large amount of student debt.

Start with BiggerPockets Ultimate Beginners Guide (free).

Can someone guide me / point me in resources on my options?

Start with BiggerPockets Ultimate Beginners Guide (free).

Check out The Ultimate Guide to Grading Cleveland Neighborhoods to get a firm grasp on why that is.

Let me know if you want to get connected with data and resources in the area.