The property is assessed at a value of 200k.2).

You can find out all about the 50% rule by searching for it in your search bar on bigger pockets and reading some blogs.Keep in mind, the tax assessment on a house means nothing when you are assessing your after repair value.  

It is my job to make an honest assessment risk for my clients, free of emotion, and I believe there is enough information here to indicate significant risk with respect to Ohio.These debates often tend to confuse the normative ("wholesaling should be legal") with the positive ("there is some evidence to indicate that the tribunal will rule against you").

Now I have to figure out how to assess these remote properties' condition and value! 

I am just puzzled how make a good estimate on the cost of the repairs before having the property assessed.  

First, I would assess what your goals are(e.g. reduce your outstanding debts or leverage to acquire more investment property), and plan accordingly. 

They will probably charge a front foot assessment for the 30K .

The tenants were also lazy and complained that if they worked more at their job then they were re-assessed and had voucher reduced so they had zero motivation.Section 8 is pot luck so take it small before getting in to deep. 

I'm wondering if it will change the assessments and then change the property taxes I get charged? 

They do offer particular risks such as rising condo fees, special assessments, rules created by the condo board.