These guys wanted to automate the buying/selling process but I think they forgot how many emotions buyers and sellers have.

Obviously Avery's podcast, book, and blogs on the Short Term Shop website have lots of valuable information and I have followed on researching the various softwares/processes/tools for automating and managing remotely, but would love to get some additional perspective or experiences before I jump in.Thanks so much!

And it's not up to the loan officer nor the lender, it's up to Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac automated underwriting system.

So if you like to use API's or get data in/out using automation  or external tools you can't, at least not through an API. 

If you want to stay focused on your day job and you are accredited, I would consider investing in a syndication or diversified syndicated fund.If you are willing to put in a little effort and set up some automation, I would consider doing a 10% or 15% down Airbnb/VRBO property in a targeted location.  

And so I found my own deals using the automated tools built into the listing websites.

Any great self-managed property needs a high-quality photographer, handyman, cleaning crew, along with other property vendors as necessary (pool care, lawn care, pest control, etc.)What tools can I use to automate tasks?

Any great self-managed property needs a high-quality photographer, handyman, cleaning crew, along with other property vendors as necessary (pool care, lawn care, pest control, etc.)What tools can I use to automate tasks?

My AirBnB is nearly 100% automated as well so I don't use a management company which helps on the back end.

Value add, automation, room to expand, better control of costs and income How did you find this deal and how did you negotiate it?