Showing them that you are aware that this is their space and that you are an intruder (landlord or not), can set them at ease by showing such signs of respect.

I am cold calling owners and they are just laughing at me with my offers at 8% caps. 

It would be a tight budget but I do have money set aside for repairs.

See who represents owners frequently in your jurisdiction and get set up with them.

Both are almost set in stone.   

Today, I seek out like-minded individuals who share my values, focused on long-term success and making a meaningful impact.What sets me apart is my dedication to creating real-world, tech-driven solutions that improve efficiency while benefiting both investors and the communities we serve.

I recommend renting it as a 4/4 and being clear about the set up. 

So far, I’ve worked on automating things like tracking expenses, sending out emails, and setting reminders for important deadlines.I’m wondering if anyone has any other suggestions for tasks I should look into automating to save time and streamline my workflow?

I suggest that you set clear goals and determine the types of properties you wish to pursue.

What you need to do is figure out what the set backs are that are required, and see what you can do.