BiggerPockets (BP) does have some tools and templates that can help keep you organized (like checklists for inspections, title, and earnest money).

Here’s a quick checklist to cover your bases:Property Condition: Get a thorough inspection to assess major items like the roof, foundation, and HVAC—this helps you plan for any big repairs.Financials: Account for all costs, including taxes, insurance, maintenance, and property management fees if applicable.

I have heard Texas and most areas would be closer to $100 when its all said and done.You can find good contractors through realtors, HBA in your area, REI Facebook groups and meetups etc.Make sure to check references of past and current clients, visit some jobs in process as you can tell a lot about a contractor by how the job site is kept up and organized.

Cap Ex expenses will bite you but it sounds like you have two of the big ones already accounted for.

The single entry system is why I didn't use Stessa for accounting purposes.

I’m just getting started with my 1st and hoping to use the available resources to help with organization & efficiency.

I personally don’t buy leads and work on organic lead gen.

I listed my property for rent in Zillow for a few days until it disabled my account.

A pro is sometimes you can apply your commission to your deals when buying as well as save a little when you're selling.A good instagram account to follow to give you an idea of the lifestyle of the vast majority of agents that are not investor friendly agents is @thebrokeagent - https://www.instagram.com/thebrokeagent/ 

Hello,   I believe this program is fairly new, so I don't know if anyone would, but do any MI investors have experience using the "Lead Poisoning Prevention Fund" through an organization Michigan Saves?