It was not as streamlined as now and the building department people were kind of skeptical and not helpful (surprise).

Yes, I agree people are looking into the Ohio's market that sounds like a great plan. 

I have looked into a few ways to start off but would like to connect with people who are having success and can walk me through how to start.

I would appreciate anyone who might help me work through this, but please only people who have read the book and understand Dave Meyer's concepts and teachings.

As an investor, I've allowed people to stay in my property if they built a fence on the property (single family) and/or if it is kept leashed outside of the unit and I don't get any complaints from other tenants (multi-unit). 

You will hear a lot of people trash New York State, but if you are operating honestly, doing your homework, and buy in the right areas, you can mitigate a lot of those problems.

Several agents have told me they are required to send it out whether they have other offers or not and most people add at least a few thousand to their offer.

I think they mainly help people determine if unpermitted additions can (likely) be made legal or not, but seems like they could be useful in your situation as well.  

South Carolina gives tax breaks to certain people, but only as primary residents.

Hi, yes people invest in Ohio from all over the world but, I definitely agree with the BP members that you have to have a great team for your real estate investments.