Hi All,I am working on developing some automation solutions (financial, accounting, workflow, etc.) for Real Estate Investors and I wanted to poll folks on what their individual needs are currently.

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For instance, I created scripts to manage all inquiries, and started using apps to automate the initial screening process, so that instead of typing out a response every time someone texted me (a nightmare), it all became very automated.

Rentals should be financed with long term financing FIRST, and if that's not available then CAREFULLY use short term debt instruments.

Apartments.com is also where I have tenants fill out a background and credit check, set up automated rent payments, and upload renter's insurance.

The trick is scale and automation.

While there are plugins and themes to maintain, it is possible to automate this and the fact that it is so ubiquitous means that it is easy to get technical help, as opposed to trying to find help for the no-name builder that he is recommending.Lead Propeller and Carrot are good options to consider if you don't want to build your site yourself.

Personally the draw to do section 8 is the Cashflow, automated payments, loan pay down, above fair market rent, and the lower needs for capital. 

Automate the home, give outstanding service and communication...offer a better mouse trap and you'll do fine.Best of luck!

I spend lots of time to automate and duplicate reports in order to save time to increase my efficiencies that help me increase the use of my time.