I’m struggling to understand why all of this is necessary just to use their property management software.

My first self-developed software gave me efficiency.  

There is so much free content out there that can teach you about guest services, software, vendor management, and so on. 

Now more than ever, I am seeing offers required to be submitted through a portal where the listing agents want no business being involved with up front negotiations.

One way we fight this is with photo verification pre-lease signing and not approving renters who don't view the place in person, our credit underwriting software also flags apps that have a high likelihood of fraud.

Pricing - If you cannot check your competitions price and adjust yours daily you may want pricing software (PriceLabs probably best for single listing owners/operators). 

Costs after it’s placed in service are deductible as rental expenses.If you need help tracking these costs or categorizing them for your tax return, consider working with a tax professional or using software that helps you manage rental property expenses.

Been trying to get a few quotes since my plans are submitted and waiting.

I'll looking forward to your immediate response.Please resolve this issue ASAP, our tenants have already submitted the rental payment to your Appfolio account $49,987.00(attached report), however it is NOT showing this amount in your account at all, not even mention transfer the fund to our BOA account.

Nowadays, people can make paycheck stubs/W2's that look convincing so just make sure you invest in software that gathers verified information on applicants.