Where I'm stuck is whether I should use a metering system that pre-prints a stamp onto the envelop or find a machine that can place a physical stamp onto an envelope (obviously I can't sit there all day stamping).I'm thinking from the perspective of mail that looks to "businessy" vs. mail that looks more personalized for better response/conversion rates.

@Sheila Richmond YoungTo begin investing in real estate, attend local meetups and internet forums, study books, and seek better financing choices.

The best market is where you can, but the best team that follows a clear system that can be repeated.

Next time, consider implementing a RUBS system to prevent this issue from happening again.

Thank you for taking time to share your thoughts.The roof has been largely replaced and a new heating system and water tank was put in a few years ago. 

Just make sure that when you look at markets outside CA, work with a realtor who is also an investor and can plug you in with their system and network of GCs, PMs, lenders, etc.

(Please don't construe any contact info I provide as an "endorsement" or "recommendation.")Regarding the company your inquiring about, I've come across the following links - for whatever their worth (they may or may not be reliable):https://getoutofdebt.org/46215/saen-higgins-switch...https://getoutofdebt.org/36930/are-wealth-without-risk-informercials-an-extension-of-john-beck-tax-lien-systems-challenged-by-ftcIt's unfortunate that there is often an inverse relationship between (a) the amount of marketing an education/guru company does and (b) the actual value of the services provided.The initial sale made by such companies are really part of getting unsuspecting consumers into a sales funnel that leads to selling the consumer an education course for $10,000's.

A lot of growth and great school system.

What systems and processes do investors have set in place for the following?

I set up the rent payments in Baselane, the payments go directly into the appropriate account, and my accounting system already has it categorized, so I have very little to do to close each month.