@Sam Peterson You can utilize different online companies (web, phone apps, etc.) for this but if you're new to REI you could gain traction by making your own.

Statistically speaking, it is very unlikely that you would do this.Another MAJOR factor is that you should review your note for each loan you have closely. 

I can't seem to find much info online about this and I've had trouble finding contractors willing to take this on

Do they have a Linkedln and a review page? 

By Thanksgiving (most even sooner) all will be back online. 

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.

Networking Opportunities: Are there local networking events, conferences, or online forums where I can connect with other investors and professionals in the Edmonton real estate market?

But, excel is totally fine in the beginning (in addition to your PM software to capture transactions outside of the properties).We use QuickBooks Online exclusively for all of our REI Clients.

I'm not sure what you'd learn that you can't find online.

My suggestion would be to select someone with the most forum posts or most reviews.