Obviously I don't want to cash out refi and start paying a loan and then wait for an opportunity.

Then you can start turning over dirt.

I started investing in real estate in 1978.

Prior to house hunting it would be best to work with a lender in getting pre-approved to have your financials reviewed so you know the maximum price point you can start a property search around. 

Start in the same neighborhood, if there aren't any, go out to 1/2, 1 mile, 2 miles IF needed.

@Scott Eadiewelcome.i'm not sure what your question(s) are.can you start with a house hack? 

Start to finish it takes 2-4 months in Virginia.

Kyle, if you're looking at Ohio you'd be remiss not to take a look at Detroit as well.The city has made major improvements in the last 10 years and the masses are starting to catch on.

We have started the LLC.

I've been using FB groups, roomster, Craigslist, and I just started using Zillow approx. 5 mins.