We would have preferred to work with them within reason to make it a quicker and easier process.

Quote from @Nate McCarthy: Quote from @Tim Delaney: You have a lot going on there and I’m not sure I fully understood your thought process.

Perform the same task in each app to ensure a fair comparison.Load a property with pictures and details.Market that property.See what your marketing looks like from the public's perspective.Submit a fake application to see how easy the process is.Run a credit/screening report on yourself.Enter a maintenance request, assign a vendor, and attach a fake invoice.Enter charges to the tenant's ledger.Enter recurring charges and automatic late fees.Sign documents electronically.Run owner reports.After testing a few apps, one should clearly stand out.

I'd really appreciate any insights or resources from those of you who have been through this process.

But I generally don't find that clients need to spend that much money on the process when some simple coaching can make them comfortable in their search.

It showed me the significance of developing systems and processes that propelled my different ventures.Another book that struck a chord is Can't Hurt Meby David Goggins.

Try reaching out to this person and tell them you’ll gladly go through this process when your renewal date comes up, but you should be allowed to continue operating. riley boesiger at sanantonio.gov

But what is really important is that you understand the terms of the loan, including the length of time and when you can expect to get the money back, how it is secured, and the process of getting it back if things don't go as planned with the investment.

Another thing is not to rush I was in a rush to jump into RE but I'm glad I did it's all a learning process on what not to do for next one. 

I like your suggestion of targeting a property with existing tenants and minimal work needed so I can ease into the process while building my network of contractors.