I don’t have a ton of experience, 4 units right now and actively looking for more however I would be willing to try and host something if we can get some traction to get some networking going.

Are you actively looking at specific properties there, or just exploring the market for now?

I'm actively looking for PM in Cincinnati area.

Be pro active.

As I'm new to this domain, I would to hire a consultant to perform some zoning and other due diligence activities.

I've argued for this and the powers-that-be do have a good argument that they are still active just in other ways, how to cover labor and actions during that, etc..

Because with an HOA in tow that means your not doing it alone, you have active "partners" who will be taking care of a slew of things so think of it like training wheels. 

If you want to control real estate that is active.

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Full disclosure - I'm a local resident currently actively looking to move away.