A lot of the stuff I need to do is automated. 

By using a service it enables you to create accountability and increase the likelihood of getting paid, while also using an automated platform to handle the monthly follow-ups for up to 6-7 years so you don't have to. 

I just viewed a webinar from Cody Sperber and this program is called the "Deal Automator". 

You can also search online for tips/tricks on how to automate certain tasks and utilize the full features offered by QB.

Depending on the size of your portfolio, I suggest considering either "PROPERTYWARE" or "INNAGO":Propertyware is ideal for larger portfolios, offering customizable and automated reporting features.Innago has been very effective for me, enabling property marketing, conducting screenings, and managing rent and maintenance requests.

The podcasts really contained most of what's needed, and the courses he spoke about were really for automating things as you alluded to.

I am sending 72k messages per month with unlimited drip follow ups and automations for under $1k per month.

IE everything that at simpliest yellow sticky notes, to spread sheet can do but with automation and usefuylness for >>1000's of warm leads.    99% of investors don't have this 1000's of (active) leads problem.to have 1000 active leads you need 100 warm leads / mo that after 10 mo of adding 100/mo you have >1000 active leads.   

Here's a list of tools you can use to automate rent collection and other aspects of your business.

How important is automation in your marketing strategy?