But I'm a little more leery of this investment and the economy, so if we went all cash in, there would be no financing pressure selling over a 5-year period. 

If the paid versions are accurate, then it might be worth the $15-$30 monthly for the ease that the data is shown with just typing in an address and bedroom count. 

Lots of delusion the agents put over on the sellers, and then we all know how agents are on the buy side just peer pressuring. 

There are so many high pressure solicitations, lectures, special offers, guru training and so much more eagerly lurking out there with the sole intent of separating us from our $$. 

Quick and Full loan application online (Ease of use for borrowers)2. 

In a lower price market, say 6 cap for ease of example that same half bath may only net $50/month, $600/year at 6 cap is $10k of added value.  

Hey Griffin, I would start with something either turnkey or light value-add, so you can start forming your boots on the ground team with less pressure and risk.

I am looking for a platform that is cost effective, but allows me to track all the essentials, give owners access, and ease of accounting.

How have returns been effected by housing inflationary pressures? 

Vernon will enact any in the future, but generally speaking properties outside of city limits tend to have less pressure to enact restrictions.It's always important to have multiple pivot options if your initial strategy dosen't work out.