Also, the ability to export reports for partners or lenders would be a plus.Essential Data/Analytics: Reliable rent estimates, cap rates, cash-on-cash return, operating expenses (especially maintenance and CapEx), and local market trends like population growth or job market health are key for decision-making

You said your were interested in investing in commercial real estate but don't know where to start.The thing to know about commercial real estate, like residential investment real estate, is property management is where you make your money (aside from buying well).

I feel your pain.It seems that if a servicing company underperforms or if there are compliance problems, lenders switch to a more reliable servicer.

I would add that you should definitely checkout some local real estate meetups as that's the best way to quickly build a buyer's list. 

Obvious, but maybe the least reliable as it is somewhat by chance.

Yes, prices are high, but there is good potential for appreciation, and tenants are generally reliable and high quality. 

My wife is a first generation Mexican immigrant and she loves real estate.

I have been a Union carpenter for four years now and enjoy working physical labor. I would like to put my money to work instead of shoveling my money into the bank (mortgage) or to a landlord (renting). I currently am...

Even legal immigrants are not reliable numbers because they will/may be short-term residents and also do not have the same benefits or detriments of US citizens.

Because they can't make a commission on it. Simple Truths.But you can make a ton of money, if you do it correctly.