However, do that for the purpose of being able to charge a higher rent.

Sounds like you’re ready to take charge of your future!

Petscreening.com supposedly verifies that the health provider does more than charge a fee for the ESA authorization.  

We are happy to act as our own GC as we don't have the resources to pay for a GC who would charge 20-30% to do the job.Thanks in advance for your help and or ideas.

Many attorneys charge a consultation fee that will be credited to my bill if I continue to work with them but I don’t want to pay for various consultation fees unless I know for sure that I have contacted the correct attorney.

This is a major reasons bay area investors look in the midwest in faster growing cities. 

There are also certain brokers that will often waive many of the upfront fees that are typically charged.

I don't have a problem finding deals, and have had good returns on my first property and I think that will lead to referrals down the line but I am trying to scale at a faster pace. 

I have heard of Propstream and I'm glad you think its well worth the monthly charge, this is something that I will consider moving forward. 

However, I’ve noticed additional charges that weren’t initially explained, and the rental payments are deposited into my account in multiple transactions each month.