QBO isn't as robust as the desktop version.

Realtors need to be available to draw up agreements take calls, negotiate, strategize, etc.

I did see somewhere that one strategy is to strategically discuss property negatives in the general area of the bidding before bidding starts, i.e.

It is a checklist item, not something to strategize around.

We have tried to be strategic in our location to tap into Greensboro, Asheville, and Charlotte areas. 

@Jerry BredesenModerm solId style Shutters and some arborvitae shrubs strategically placed around the perimeter

And how to manage and be strategic with my finances and navigate current zoning laws.  

Also, is there a strategic advantage to looking near big corporate headquarters (e.g.

For those people, I'm always a fan of using leverage early to get an aggressive start and then using tenants' money to pay it all off, leapfrogging into more and better with the 1031, rinse and repeat until you're ready to just live off the income without strategizing all the time. 

I found a robust 5 star form for income and expenses that you can download, I thought it was really good and just started using it.