They wont let me post his number..just google it.

Start with a google search for "columbus property management" and talk to the top 4 or 5 results there.

-Where should I be searching?

@Sean MorriseyI think you will find the best deals by using Google maps and searching for mom and pop facilities and calling direct.

I am also aware that I'm searching for a "unicorn", but maybe, just maybe, someone in my area has a recommendation. 

Anytime I search I seem to get a whole range of different sizes, prices, and conditions of home even in small areas.

If it does require money to search for good deals in apartments, houses, and etc. how can I keep it as minimal as possible?

@Perry Farella Do you suggest to put the house under contract and then open up escrow & title search?

A good property manager would cost you less than the amount you just lost trying to manage it yourself.Remember: cheaper doesn't mean you'll make more money.You can start by going to www.narpm.org to search their directory of managers.

So Google “real estate meet ups Baltimore” , pick several and go network.In addition to defining your strategy/focus as Ned mentions above,  another action step is to lay out the steps you need to complete (preferably in priority order) to set yourself up for a faster ramp up in your area of focus.