Unfortunately, that is an expensive time-consuming process.

And start the tedious process of building those relationships.Or you could skip all that and find a mentor that also has the community of likeminded people.It will take you less time but is likely going to require an up front investment.Btw have you done a deal yet or would this be your first?

What I love about Baselane is that it was built BY real estate investors FOR real estate investors so it's really dialed in to what you're going to need in order to prepare your taxes, keep your books up to date and the more operational aspects of being an REI like tenant vetting and processing rent payments.

Acquisition,  processing, etc. perhaps. 

Is there an app that can streamline this process by synchronizing updates across all these platforms, thus alleviating the need for constant manual updates?

Make sure you understand the auction process and are prepared for any unseen issues with the property.Auction Considerations: With auctions, pay close attention to the condition of the property, title issues, and financing restrictions.

Our process server charges $40 within the city limits.

Here's an example process and timeline for New Jersey: https://www.doorloop.com/laws/new-jersey-eviction-process

If you need to obtain it, how difficult will that process be?  

In a city like Philly, you will face many challenges - you need to learn the market and know the neighborhood and the block and make sure all of your numbers are within reason, you need very reliable contractors, you need a to understand the permit process, you need to be familiar with market expectations.