Record high prices to buy a property and record high STR inventory coming on line seems to me like a very challenging situation to make the numbers work on a go forward basis… Anyone have advice?

Look for local groups or online spots like BiggerPockets, and use social sites like Facebook and LinkedIn.

You can fake paystubs online. 

It seems like it would be around 2000 for decent quality RTA cabinets delivered from online, then probably 1500 for someone to install them.

Look at home listings, listen to talks, and join online chats to keep up-to-date and be flexible.Good luck!

But, excel is totally fine in the beginning.We use QuickBooks Online exclusively for all of our REI Clients.

For my money, I think Home Depot has a slight advantage in availability of in-stock door sizes/styles (which you can check online to find your exact style/size/swing and see which locations have it in stock), while Menards has a wider range of trim options.LVP Flooring. 

You can also check their reviews online at Google, Facebook, or Yelp.

Use books, podcasts, and online resources to learn and refine your strategy.

Go to Etsy and search for "rental property tracker," and you will find hundreds of nice spreadsheets to track 10-20 rentals, usually for under $10.Software has extremely helpful features like online payments, marketing syndication (click a button, and your property is advertised on multiple sites), electronic document review/signing, maintenance tracking, and owner reports.