Especially when there are other software's out there that perform these tasks in addition to all the other features investors liked about Buildium.

Start with BiggerPockets Ultimate Beginners Guide (free).

This is a straightforward process that we’ve followed to consistently deliver high-performance properties, and it does not require secrets or gurus.

All have performed well and rent easily.

Traditional loans are debt—you borrow money, take on a repayment schedule, and owe interest, regardless of how the property performs.

My client bought a 22 unit building and used this strategy and walked out of closing with a check for $800k to perform the rest of the renovations, paid himself back his already expended rehab costs and his entire down payment.  

Or if you have any specific book or podcast recommendations for beginners in general, I'm all ears. 

. $250mnth is not good performance.

Lenders that don’t require an appraisal will perform a desktop appraisal but will typically have a very conservative view on the value of the property to protect the company’s investment.

It's less expensive and improves upon the properties performance.