I have chatted with a few people but at this current time, I am not ready to pull out equity out of my home, go to a private lender, etc.

Quote from @David Barrett: ARe there any DSCR lenders that will close on a condo currently under structural renovations?   

Reach out with a private message for any specific questions. - Chris Kersey 

For an Ohio rental LLC, you’ll want someone who can (1) coordinate the LLC with your DSCR lender’s requirements, (2) draft an operating agreement that anticipates future partners/entities, and (3) think through multi-state tax filings as your portfolio grows.

Funding & Structure:What’s the best way to secure additional funding beyond my partner’s $35k, like hard money, or private money? 

If the flip comps are soft, don’t bank on resale; instead, lock a clear buy box and scope, then raise private money or use hard money for purchase plus rehab with a refinance takeout once it’s rented and stabilized.

Typically most lenders want to see a 20% down payment.

You can also connect with local agents, wholesalers (with zero experience I would recommend starting out with an investor-friendly agent), contractors, and lenders at these events.

Buying with private money and increasing the value by rehabbing and renting the property then BRRRR does a few things.  

You might find private money or a potential partner is sitting right in your contact list.All the best!