ANDWhat have you done to automate the system?

Use listsource to find cash buyers, use click2mail to market to them, and use an automated calling system to screen potential prospects.

There's just too much local knowledge that doesn't lend itself to automation, meaning that those who rely on Zillow, Trulia, Realtor and other online resources, etc, just won't get the same level of service that they will from someone with boots on the ground.I spend an enormous amount of time talking clients OUT of properties. 

@Brett Quelch to add, that goes for any automated valuation method.  

Working smarter and automation will keep you sane while you grow.

Mainly, the systems implemented are fascinating (VA, automated offers, etc.)

For bills, I usually charge a flat fee to rent so its automated and one less thing I can think about, but you can manually split each month3.

I automated my system and made a good return, especially during the summer.

There are also many software programs and applications that help to automate many of the things that make STR's more "active" than passive, including scheduling cleanings after guests leave.

It was the automated kind from a listing website, and after work today I had a reply waiting.