If looking to scale flips and create systems around it to minimize your time and involvement, I'd highly recommend putting a team in place that can handle the day to day operations. 

Just want a software that does a great job handling the overall operations smoothly, a one-stop-shop for all PM needs. 

And i have seen other do it like i said in San Antonio only to have that operator get in major trouble with the state and the investors get wiped out.. there is more than just YOU buying a home without an investor putting up the dollars to buy it.

I was hoping to get some shared insights into what the best starter tech stack looks like for a wholesaling operation.

Similarly, using services like insurance back office support can streamline operations.

It really depends on your specific situation.It's good you're thinking about the operational and bookkeeping component for your financial account structure to make things easier on yourself and any financial team members you have or may have in the future.You're ahead of the curve!

Not that it would take an MI6 operative to tell that something was off with that dude.

Also I operate 5 STR's myself over 95% performa so I should have some experience in this realm to provide some insight. 1.

Living, but either way you could try speaking with existing owner/operators groups in the greater bay area, or even central coast, looking to expand their portfolios for a joint venture.  

For BP readers in NC (or other trustee states), get to know the trustees that operate in your county of choice, then periodically look for upcoming sales.