What aspects of real estate do you love? 

If you only look for the input you want, you won't get the feedback you need.Self-awareness and self-analysis is a crucial part of investing.

I have hired another company to handle all other aspects of my financial needs.

., missing property taxes or HOA fees), unreliable rent estimates, and the time-consuming process of manually calculating metrics like cash flow or ROI.Platform Preference: A web-based platform would work well for in-depth analysis, but a mobile app would be crucial for on-the-go research and quick evaluations, especially when touring properties.Wish-List Features: A tool that integrates local market data (rental demand, appreciation rates, or vacancy rates) and offers scenario modeling (e.g., "What happens if I increase rents by 10%?")

However, beyond the repair aspect, I would also caution that you understand the auction process and how properties go to auction, who is foreclosing, and why.

Maximal cash flow is crucial to me to provide a stable springboard for further investment.

For you to ask this, you're valuing that "16% CoC" so highly it's likely overriding the real material aspect of the investment.

They assist investors in preparing necessary documentation, such as detailed project proposals, financial statements, and credit histories, which are crucial for persuading lenders.

These are key aspects of working with an agent especially in an area like that with the STR market.

For example, I am a little concerned about some aspects of the business cycle recovery and a potential for a double-dip so I lean toward the safest part of capital stack which is debt (or low-debt equity).