I found this excellent article this morning- folks in high-appreciating real estate markets, take note!

I see many of your posts and you have excellent advice. 

We've been using a proprietary tool (an Excel) that we created about 15 years ago.

Organize a group of experts to assist you with the process, give top priority to homes with excellent rental potential, and make sure all local laws are followed.

I wanted to get some feedback from folks who are actively serving clients and see potential areas where their clients have unmet needs.Business intelligence solutions: Data visualization and storytelling to help clients make data-driven decisionsScalable finance and accounting workflow automation: Using ETL tools to streamline processes and reduce manual workOverall workflow solutions: Automating routine and manual tasks to increase efficiencyProcess-level written documentation and standard operating procedures: Ensuring consistency and clarity in business processesDynamic Excel workflows: Enabling users to model data effectively and efficiently at scale"From my experience, if folks have at least a sizable number of properties (25+), they could likely benefit from these areas to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and ultimately improve ROI.I'm eager to hear your thoughts and insights on the automation-related needs you see among your clients.

Our credit is excellent; we could pay it all in cash by shifting finances around. 

:) Hey Derek, With that low of an LTV and excellent FICO you will be able to achieve a rate at 7% assuming the property DSCRs over 1.00. 

Consider joining local real estate investment groups or associations to further immerse yourself in the real estate community.Gain Hands-on Experience: Your internship with private investors is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in real estate investing.

I'd wager most of the agents, and lots on here, would consider that same logic and dismiss me. 

Excellent post, @Mike Lambert!