I currently work in the energy sector, but my ultimate goal is to become financially independent through real estate.

Quote from @Greg Friedman: I recommend self-management if you have the personality, time, and energy.

Biggerpockets doesn't really allow you to search efficiently for them either. 

The property management software makes it extremely easy and efficient.

(That is completely legal although they will word it as something like a "refund for efficiencies")They will need to look over your policy.  

Scaling Ownership - Given our available cash and equity, what strategies would you recommend for scaling our property ownership efficiently?

You're asking someone to spend a lot of time and energy to share what they've spent years - maybe decades - learning and developing.

Simple, convenient, and cost-efficient!

I am in search of a reliable CRM system that can efficiently host all my contacts, integrate with Google contacts, provide a robust phone system, and keep track of all my leads, network, and activities.

My opinion, go to Tony Robbins or your choice of speaker If you are looking for a high energy motivational seminar.