There are specific syndication software platforms that automate lots of things but cost typically run 1k to 3k a month or so.

No more logging in and out for different accounts, and automation is simple.Good luck whatever you decide.

IMO you'd be better off creating a marketing campaign and using VA's to automate craigslist ads and make flyers and such (things that actually sell houses) and marketing that package to the middle market agents. 

I would like to be able to automate some tasks and be able to provide various investors access to reports and financials. 

I've been an Airbnb host for some time, and I'm intrigued by the idea of operating on a larger scale and automating the front-desk aspects.

That is your estimated income.Minus the costs to run it: rent, insurance, automated online services, cleaning (although guests usually pay for this) utilities, internet, disposables. 

You’re leaving money on the table if you try to do pricing on your ownFind a solid cleaner and handyman (this may take a couple tries) as they are the lifeblood of your business and will help you with any last-minute requests that you can’t do being far awayUse a Property Management System (PMS) tool like Guesty or OwnerRez to automate messages and run your business more efficientlyGood luck and DM me if you have any further questions!

Also, I've looked into the Quandl API but have found the documentation to be terribly out of date making it very difficult to use in an automated fashion. 

They can offer to sign a long lease, like 3 years, with automated rent increases based on the area, and offer to cover any maintenance under say, $250.

But if you purchase and had no discount for MF purchase, you'd better buying a SF instead.I found this MF 'deals' based on automation software.